Developing Resilience

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. . . the ability to recover from or adjust

easily to misfortune or change.

. . . the capability of a strained body to

recover its size and shape — to bounce

back — after being subjected to

adversity or stress.

Resilience is

(Traditional view)

An ability to

accept harsh reality – to take an objective view of the situation without subjective views, denial or emotion

find meaning in adversity – to build bridges from an ordeal in the present to a fuller, better future

continually improvise – to put resources to unfamiliar uses and imagining possibilities that others don’t see

Resilience is

Resilience enables us to

overcome misfortune

steer through everyday challenges

pick ourselves up and move on when events take us

off course

reach out to new experiences and challenges

towards our potential

Developing Resilience

4) Get organised

3) Be flexible

7) Be socially competent

1) Create

a personal

vision

5) Be able to solve problems

6) Get connected

2) Feel

in control

8) Be proactive

Feel in control

View the world as complex and challenging . . .

but filled with opportunity

Hold a positive self-perception

Defend yourself well

Be confident in your ability to meet any challenge

with hope and realistic optimism

Hopelessness, Discomfort, Disappointment

Esteem, Contentment, Optimism

Create a personal vision

Know what you believe in

Have a clear vision of what you want to

accomplish and achieve

Approach adversity and stress with a sense of

hope

Let your belief and purpose carry you forward in

life

Frustration, Inadequacy, Anxiety

Esteem, Engagement, Passion

Be flexible / adaptable

Be sensitive to changes in your environment

Adapt quickly to what is happening

Learn from life constantly

Remain true to your purpose or vision while

making room for other’s ideas and opportunities

Fear, Disappointment, Anxiety

Esteem, Contentment, Optimism

Be organised

Create structures and methods to bring order and

stability on your terms

Set realistic goals for yourself

Expect things to work out

Manage the moment with calm and clarity of

purpose . . .

Hopelessness, Fear, Discomfort

Esteem, Pride, Enthusiasm

Be able to solve problems

Think critically, creatively and reflectively

View impossible problems as challenges and

opportunities for learning and growth

View failures as opportunities for inspiration

Collaborate with others

Anticipate setbacks and mishaps

Solve problems for the long-term

Anger, Hurt, Guilt

Engagement, Happiness, Contentment

Be socially competent

Have good friendships and social interactions

Share your feelings honestly

Seek out others’ perspectives

Demonstrate empathy and an understanding for

others

Laugh at yourself

Guilt, Loneliness, Hurt

Love, Happiness, Passion

Get connected

Reach out to others

Be playful and creative exploring opportunities

together

Build bridges - discover common ground

Contribute to other’s welfare by giving of

yourself

Touch others’ hearts . . .

Loneliness, Anger

Engagement, Love, Contentment

Be proactive

Engage change directly

Focus on — and expand — your sphere of

influence

Focus on what actions you can take vs. waiting

for others to act

Experience small victories

Lead others through change by setting the

example . . .

Frustration, Hopelessness, Inadequacy

Enthusiasm, Esteem, Pride

At our worst times we can become our best.

Resilience is forged through adversity,

not despite it.

The Paradox of Resilience

Images of Resilience

A set of 16 carefully designed and selected images drawn in an attractive cartoon style. 

The images are metaphors, representing a range of experiences and emotions linked with the theme of ‘RESILIENCE’.  They explore different facets of resilience and its connections with stress, change, challenge and learning.

www.rsvpdesign.co.uk

Lightbulb Moments CD

Our Lightbulb Moments CD includes 21 Lightbulb Moments cards – Building Resilience

A free copy is available for one lucky person each month.

To win a copy send your name and email address to info@ei4change.org.uk

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