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Cultivate resilience from "summary" of Start Where You Are by Pema Chödrön
The concept of cultivating resilience is about developing the ability to bounce back from difficult situations and experiences. It involves learning to adapt to change, uncertainty, and challenges with a sense of openness and flexibility. Resilience is not about avoiding difficulties or pretending everything is fine, but rather about facing obstacles head-on and finding ways to grow stronger as a result. One key aspect of cultivating resilience is developing a sense of inner strength and confidence that can help us navigate the ups and downs of life. This means learning to trust in our own abilities and resources, as well as in the support and guidance of others. It also involves cultivating a sense of self-compassion and kindness towards ourselves, recognizing that we are all imperfect human beings doing the best we can. Another important aspect of resilience is learning to see difficulties as opportunities for growth and learning. Instead of viewing challenges as obstacles to be avoided, we can see them as valuable experiences that can help us develop greater wisdom, compassion, and resilience. By approaching difficulties with an attitude of curiosity and openness, we can learn valuable lessons that can help us navigate future challenges with greater ease. Cultivating resilience also involves developing the ability to stay present and grounded in the midst of difficult emotions and experiences. Instead of getting swept away by fear, anger, or despair, we can learn to stay connected to our inner sense of calm and strength. This can help us respond to challenges with greater clarity and wisdom, rather than reacting impulsively out of fear or frustration.- Cultivating resilience is a lifelong process that requires patience, practice, and dedication. It is not about achieving a state of perfect equanimity or never experiencing difficulties, but rather about developing the skills and attitudes that can help us navigate life's inevitable ups and downs with greater ease and grace. By cultivating resilience, we can learn to embrace the full spectrum of human experience with courage, compassion, and resilience.
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