Resilience strengthens:

  • Dependability by recovering from adversity and fulfilling commitments even in the face of difficulty
  • Determination by recovering from adversity and overcoming obstacles to reach a goal

Resilience is a lot like:

Flexibility

Buoyancy

Irrepressibility

Adaptability

Recovering Quickly

 

Resilience is strengthened by:

  • Courage by overcoming fear by saying and doing what is right
  • Endurance by using the inner strength to withstand stress and do my best
  • Flexibility by adjusting to change with a good attitude
  • Forgiveness by releasing feelings of resentment
  • Gratefulness by demonstrating appreciation to others for what I have and how they have helped me
  • Humility by recognizing the people and factors that have shaped my life
  • Patience by taking the time necessary to work through a difficult situation
  • Tolerance by demonstrating respect for others who do not share my perspective
  • Wisdom by making practical application of what is learned