Publisher's Synopsis
Did you know that 75% of adults experience at least one traumatic event in their lives, and how we react to it can determine our future well-being? "Resilience, an Inner Strength: Learning to Rise and Move Forward" is a book that delves into this remarkable ability to face adversity and adapt positively.
This book reveals the secrets of resilience, the force that allows some to turn trials into stepping stones for success. With enlightening statistics and inspiring stories, it guides you through a journey of personal discovery and development. You will learn to measure your own resilience, strengthen your inner resources, and rely on your relationships to build a more fulfilling life. Topics covered in this book include: - Precise definition of resilience and its different components- The difference between resilience, resistance, recovery, and post-traumatic growth
- Factors influencing resilience at different levels: individual, relational, social, and cultural
- Myths and misconceptions about resilience
- Presentation of various resilience assessment tools: questionnaires, evaluation scales, interviews, observations
- A resilience test for readers to assess their current level of resilience
- Interpretation of test results and identification of strengths and areas for improvement
- Identifying and cultivating strengths, values, passions, and goals
- Developing self-esteem, self-confidence, and a sense of self-efficacy
- Improving emotional (emotion management, stress regulation), cognitive (positive thinking, problem-solving), and behavioral (assertiveness, effective communication) skills
- The importance of positive social relationships for resilience
- Adopting a constructive view of failures and mistakes as opportunities for learning and growth
- Analyzing the causes and consequences of failures and mistakes to draw valuable lessons
- Developing a bounce-back strategy to recover from failure and persevere in goals Join the ranks of those who have learned to rise stronger after each fall.