Summary of Resilient

Resilient: How to Grow an Unshakable Core of Calm, Strength, and Happiness is a self-help book by author Rick Hanson, PhD. It offers a simple but powerful eight-step program for cultivating resilience, the ability to thrive in the face of challenges, stress, and adversity. Through engaging stories, relatable analogies, and easy-to-follow explanations, Hanson helps readers learn to access and maintain inner strength and stability, even through tough times. While cultivating an “unshakable core,” readers also learn to recognize and overcome self-destructive habits, face fears, and become more mindful. The book provides practical and actionable advice that can help readers become more resilient, both in their personal lives and in the world.