Edwards’ durability has also been evident as he prepares to make his 25th start of the season in the final United Rugby Championship (URC) match against Leinster in Dublin on Saturday.
“Your best ability is your availability,” said Edwards.
“I’ve learnt how to be more robust during the season and am grateful to be able to play every week.”
That attitude has allowed him to cope with the off-the-field criticism reserved for a Wales fly-half.
“I appreciate a lot of good players have played in this position before,” said Edwards.
“Everyone has their own opinion [on the Wales fly-half].
“If they keep it to themselves or say it to the world, it’s up to them.”
Edwards and his Ospreys team-mates have faced a testing season with doubts raised about the long-term future of the side.
Those fears have been allayed for the next couple of seasons but they have been worrying times for Ospreys players, coaches and supporters.
“It’s been wild, to say the least, a rollercoaster year,” said Edwards.
“In the middle of the season no-one knew what was going on. It’s not just the effect in the room, it has an effect with supporters and family members also.
“As a group we’ve responded well and the coaching staff have been brilliant.
“It has been a tough year but we’ve dealt with it well and come out the other side.
“People are more at ease and we can concentrate on playing rugby. Hopefully there’s a good future ahead for this club and Welsh rugby.”
Edwards must believe this because, despite interest from Leicester, he signed a two-year deal to stay with Ospreys who will play at a new home in Swansea next season.
“I can’t wait, especially with St Helens being rebuilt,” said Edwards.
“It’ll be a great place to play and should be rocking. I can’t wait to stay here for the next two years.”
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