Resilience has become a popular concept but it has new, and better, meaning. It is not about being tough and bite your lips while dealing with the bad stuff in life. Our habit is to view challenging situations as if something is wrong. What if instead of a problem, we perceive stress as a signal to call on our resourcefulness, our intelligence, care and courage. Resilience grows when we become intentional about bringing our best to difficult life seasons.
The art of resilience: moving with the chances and challenges life brings
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