It does vary greatly from individual to individual.

Firstly, it depends on whether one accepts one’s fate or not. It is easiest if there is acceptance. It rains. Canings happen. Things break. It is no use worrying about these things as nothing can be done about them.

Secondly, it depends on whether one shares one’s experience with others. Talking helps.

Dealing with minor dramas and traumas is good training for major. If a caning is ones first real trauma it is more difficult to take.