We have an expression in prize fighting: “Everyone has a plan until they’ve been hit.” Well my friend, you’ve just been hit. The getting up is up to you. — The Ghost and the Darkness

This is a cliche, but you’re not judged based on the amount of punishment you can take, but rather by the amount of times you can take the punishment and keep going.  If you’re looking for an easy trip, you bought a ticket to the wrong ride.  Life will kick you in the gut on occasion, and it’s how you deal with it that matters.