Build resilience from "summary" of Simple Habits for Complex Times by Jennifer Garvey Berger,Keith Johnston
Resilience is not about bouncing back from adversity; it is about deepening your capacity to navigate through the complexities of the world. It is about building the capacity to withstand and learn from the challenges and uncertainties that come your way. Resilience involves being able to see the bigger picture, to understand the interconnectedness of things, and to adapt to changing circumstances. To build resilience, you need to cultivate a growth mindset - a mindset that sees challenges as opportunities for growth and learning. This means being open to new perspectives, being willing to experiment and take risks, and being able to learn from failure. It also means being able to let go of the need for certainty and control, and to embrace the uncertainty and ambiguity that are inherent in complex times. Resilience also involves developing a strong sense of self-awareness - the ability to reflect on your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and to understand how they impact your relationships and your decision-making. This self-awareness allows you to recognize ...
Similar Posts
Question everything
Question everything. Seriously. There's a reason why people say that. It's not just a catchy phrase to throw around at cocktail...
Make time for yourself
We live in a society that glorifies being busy. We wear our packed schedules as a badge of honor, as if the number of things on...
Own your achievements and successes
When you accomplish something, big or small, it's important to celebrate it. You should acknowledge your hard work and give you...
Seek support from those who share your mission
When you are clear about your "why," you will attract like-minded people who believe what you believe. These are the people who...
Prioritize selfcare
Self-care is not a luxury, it is a necessity. It is not something we can afford to put off until tomorrow or next week or next ...
Loss can change everything
The weight of loss can upend even the most carefully constructed life. It can sneak in like a thief in the night, stealing the ...
Small acts of kindness can make a big impact
In my life, I have seen firsthand the power of small acts of kindness. They may seem insignificant at first, but their impact c...
Trust your instincts and intuition as a mother
As a mother, you are bombarded with advice from all sides - friends, family, experts, strangers on the internet. It can be over...
Challenge your limitations
To challenge your limitations means to push yourself beyond what you believe you are capable of. It involves stepping out of yo...
Kindness has a ripple effect
Kindness is like a pebble thrown into a pond, creating ripples that extend far beyond its initial impact. When we choose to be ...
