The following exercise will guide you in reflecting on the meaning of resilience, exploring how you can harness your own resilience, and envisioning a resilient future.
The Activity
Gaining insight into and reflecting on the concept of resilience can aid us in developing it in our own lives. Complete this brief exercise in a journal or notebook and share your responses with your coach:
- What does resilience mean to you?
- Who do you consider to be a resilient person?
- What qualities does this individual possess that contribute to their resilience?
- Describe a time when you demonstrated resilience.
- What qualities helped you be resilient in that situation?
- When have you faced and overcome adversity?
- How did overcoming this challenge strengthen you?
- Why do you consider resilience to be important?
- Why are these values important to you?
- Provide an example of how you are currently practicing resilience in your life.
After completing this reflection, how do you feel? Do you have a deeper understanding of what resilience means in your life? Consider discussing resilience training with your coach, sharing your experiences of demonstrating resilience, and exploring ways to enhance your resilience further.