The Marion Webster dictionary defines resilience as, “an ability to recover from, or adjust easily to adversity or change.” If you think about this from an athlete’s point of view, it’s the ability, for example, to run a marathon and be able to fully function the next day. Most likely muscles are stiff and sore, but the athlete is able to get back on their feet, work out the stiffness, and engage in their day.

Resilience is what allows us to deal with life’s set-backs and challenges without falling apart. It’s about being adaptable or flexible. The American Psychological Association states that, “Resilience involves behaviors, thoughts and actions that anyone can learn and develop.” Yes, you read that correctly, the encouraging news is that we can learn and develop resilience.

Please follow this link below to access The Greater Good Magazine - Science Based Insights for a Meaningful Life and a plethora of helpful videos, articles, tips and more.

https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/greater_good_guide_to_well_being_during_coronavirus

If you or anyone you love is struggling, please contact a mental health professional right away; crisis counselors are available to you 24/7

Call Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-TALK

Call Pierce County Crisis Line 1-800-576-7764

Text 741741

LGBTQ Trevor Project Support Center:

1-866-488-7386

www.thetrevorproject.org

Until next time...be kind to yourself and those around you.