- Having a core set of beliefs that nothing can shake.
- Finding meaning in whatever stressful or traumatic thing that has happened.
- Maintaining a positive outlook.
- Taking cues from someone else who is especially resilient.
- Not running away from things that scare you: Face them.
- Reaching out for support when things go haywire.
- Learning new things as often as you can.
- Having an exercise regimen you’ll stick to.
- Not beating yourself up or dwelling on the past.
- Recognizing what makes you uniquely strong—and owning it.
- Practicing mindfulness.
Mindfulness deserves a special mention. In a study, Marines who underwent an eight-week course in mindfulness showed great gains in resilience. No only did their heart rate and breathing rate show less reactivity when faced with a stressful situation, their brains changed too: They showed lower activation in the region of the brain associated with emotional reactions. By the end of training, their brains looked more resilient.
Samantha Boardman M.D.
"Bounce Back: 11 Ways to be More Resilient: Data-driven insights to help deal with stress." Psychology Today. 8/14/2015
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