In life we have two choices: Bounce back or fall apart
“It is never easy to endure pain or uncomfortable situations. It seems easy to quit to avoid the pain. If you quit, you will suffer later. It is far better to endure the pain now and enjoy later. Life is all about endurance”
– Lailah Gifty Akita
Resilience comes from within you—it is your inner strength. It is what makes bouncing back from challenges and setbacks possible. It doesn't make your problems go away but helps get you past them. Thus, you spend more time enjoying life instead of dwelling on life's stresses.
Tips to improve your resilience
Establish strong, meaningful connections with loved ones, friends and individuals within impactful communities.
Look towards the future with meaning and purpose. Find meaning in every single day.
Consider how you have overcome hardships in the past. Use past experiences to guide future behavior.
Remain hopeful for the future—accept and anticipate changes within your life, thus making it easier to adapt.
Practice self-care by tending to personal feelings and needs by practicing self-reflection, physical activity and stress management daily.
Don't ignore your problem. Be proactive in looking to find a solution and making plans.
If you feel you are not making any progress, look into professional advice. This guidance can help improve your resiliency in addition to your overall mental wellbeing.
