{"product_id":"resilience-for-dummies-isbn-9781119773412","title":"Resilience For Dummies","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat doesn't kill you makes you stronger! Activate your natural ability to thrive with \u003ci\u003eResilience For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStress, anxiety, and exhaustion are all-too-common features of our crazy-paced, curveball-throwing contemporary existence, and it's sometimes hard to see how we can make it from one week to the next intact. But there's a solution to the struggle: resilience! In \u003ci\u003eResilience For Dummies\u003c\/i\u003e, Dr. Eva Selhub—former Harvard Medical School instructor and director of the Benson Henry Institute for Mind Body Medicine at the Massachusetts General Hospital for six years—outlines the proven steps we can all take toward optimal resilience to build healthier, more purposeful, and increasingly joyful lives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe six pillars of resilience are: physical vitality, emotional equilibrium, mental toughness and clarity, spiritual purpose, healthy personal relationships, and being an inspiring leader and part of a wider community or team. Dr. Selhub explains why each of these foundations is crucial to flourishing, how fortifying them gives us a base for attacking stress, hardship, and failure head-on, and how this confrontation then develops the strength we need for transformative change within our personal and professional lives.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eKnow how genetics, education, and culture contribute to resilience\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eAvoid learned helplessness and the victim mindset\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHarmonize stress and make it work for you\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eClear negative emotions and find your bliss\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eBuild up your physical, mental, and spiritual muscles\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003eDr. Selhub's six pillars of resilience show you how to channel your inner strength, face down whatever trouble comes your way, and come out thriving on the other side.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIntroduction\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 1\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAbout This Book 1\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFoolish Assumptions 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIcons Used in This Book 2\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeyond the Book 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhere to Go from Here 3\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 1: Getting Started with Resilience 5\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 1: Embarking on the Journey to Resilience \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e7\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eResilience is for Everyone 7\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Determines Resilience? 8\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eYour genes 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChildhood development 9\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCulture 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePsychological outlook 10\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping habits 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSocial support 11\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHumor 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSpirituality 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Resilience is Not 12\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe victim mindset 13\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearned helplessness 14\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHopelessness 15\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBreaking the Victim Cycle 16\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultivating the Six Pillars of Resilience 17\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping physical hardiness 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAchieving emotional equilibrium 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting mental clarity and toughness 18\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnriching spiritual connection 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing healthy relationships 19\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelonging to a community and becoming a leader 20\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 2: The Basis of Resilience: Harmony Versus Stress\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 21\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWithout Stress, You Would Be Dead 21\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Perpetual Quest for Harmony 22\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining the Stress Response Feedback Loop 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFight-or-flight 23\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe feedback loop 24\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLiving in Disharmony: The Real Stress 25\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpecting a Good Outcome is the Key 26\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelieving in Possible 27\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCoping to Adapt, or Not 28\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaladaptive coping 29\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdaptive coping 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarmonizing Stress and Becoming Resilient 30\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuieting the stress response 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing open to learn and understand 31\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding and restoring 32\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 3: The First Pillar: Physical Vitality and Flexibility\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 33\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Fitness Has to Do with Resilience 33\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Good is Success If You’re Sick or Dead? 34\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Survival of the Fittest for What It’s Worth 35\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing It or Losing It 36\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFueling Your Immune System 37\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssembling the Components for Physical Hardiness 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSleeping restfully 38\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEating a nutrient-rich diet 40\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngaging in physical activity 43\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelaxing and meditating 45\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAligning with nature 46\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 4: The Second Pillar: Developing Mental Toughness and Clarity\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 49\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Kind of Mindset Do Resilient People Have? 50\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFixed Versus Growth Mindsets When It Comes to Resilience 51\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping Mental Toughness 52\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting in control 53\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a commitment 55\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbracing challenges 56\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing confident 57\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccessing Mental Clarity 58\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 5: The Third Pillar: Achieving Emotional Equilibrium\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 61\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmotions Exist for a Very Good Reason 61\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHow Emotions Influence Perception and Coping 63\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Your Feelings 64\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing to Manage Your Emotions 65\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCalming Your Emotions By Calming the Stress Response 67\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShifting to Positive Detachment and Reappraisal 68\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnhancing Your Self-Awareness and Willingness to Grow 69\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAlways Choosing Love 70\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 6: The Fourth Pillar: Cultivating Spirituality\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 71\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is Spirituality Beyond Religion? 71\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhy Spirituality Supports Resilience 73\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing the Power of Awe 74\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSearching for Purpose 75\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccepting the Mystery and Process of Life 76\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming Peaceful through Humility 77\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpressing Loving Kindness 78\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Stillness 79\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFeeling Lucky 80\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShowing Compassion 81\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 7: The Fifth Pillar: Striving for Quality Relationships\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 83\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnjoying the Journey, Even When It Hurts 84\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing That It All Starts with a Relationship with Yourself 85\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing to Commit 86\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Trust 88\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShowing Respect 90\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Healthy Boundaries 91\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Conscious Communication 93\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExpressing Empathy 94\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGiving and Receiving 95\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 8: The Sixth Pillar: Belonging to a Community or Team\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 97\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRecognizing How Community Fosters Individual Resilience 98\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming Stronger and Better Together 100\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStepping into Leadership 102\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing Values 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShowing Respect 104\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Trust 105\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Able to Improvise 106\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Motivation 107\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving Fun 108\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 2: Laying the Foundation 109\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 9: The Practice of Listening: Quieting and Sharpening Your Senses\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 111\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeciding to Tune In to the Senses 112\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEngaging in the Art of Listening 113\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing Aware of Stress Signals 114\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Calm 115\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe quieting breath 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExperimenting with your breath 116\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing mindfulness as a calming tool 118\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListening to Your Body 121\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScanning the body 122\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMindfully tuning into empathy 124\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eListening with Compassion 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping self-compassion 125\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing compassion meditation 126\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 10: The Practice of Gaining Deeper Insight\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 129\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is Insight? 129\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeking Truth: The Journey to Insight 130\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuieting the Mind 132\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTapping into Intuition 133\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClearing the static 134\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMindfully tuning in 135\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnlivening Curiosity 136\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAsk questions 137\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSwitch up the questions and give them direction 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRelax into not knowing 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImprove reception by being more receptive 138\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDigging In to Emotions 139\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAnalyzing Insights to Make Decisions 141\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eArticulate the problem 142\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClarify objectives 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDo some research 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eActivate your whole brain 143\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTake a break 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMake connections 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGaining Wisdom to Ask More Questions 144\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 11: The Practice of Shifting Your Mindset\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 147\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCo-Creating Your Life 148\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming Aware of Limiting Beliefs 149\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWatching Your Words 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“I can’t” 150\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Always” and “never” 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“Should” 151\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“I can do that, but____” 152\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e“This is who I am” 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntroducing Stories 153\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScenario 1: Feeling insulted vs eager to learn 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eScenario 2: Feeling shame vs accountable 155\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAwareness exercise: Using emotions to tell a story 156\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChallenging Assumptions 159\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eToughening Up Mentally 160\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMilking Meaning from Hardship 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 1: Find lessons and inspiration 162\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 2: Reappraise your story 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 3: Count your blessings 163\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 4: Ask for help 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 5: Remember victories 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 6: Take care 164\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 7: Connect with love and awe 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChanging Attitude to Optimism 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 1: Practice mindfulness 165\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 2: Change your words 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 3: Deepen your connection with a force larger than yourself 166\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 4: Shift your attitude to gratitude 167\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 5: Be your own coach 168\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStep 6: Enjoy the adventure 169\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 3: Evaluating and Strengthening Relationships 171\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 12: Improving Your Relationship with Yourself \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e173\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConnecting Resilience with Self-Worth 174\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBelieving in Your Worth 175\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNoting Self-Criticism 176\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Your Self-Value 177\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting to Take Action 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing self-awareness 179\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a conscious choice 180\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCelebrating yourself 181\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping an inventory 182\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccepting and being your unique self 183\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHolding on to your vision 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing loving toward yourself 184\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Care of YOU 185\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eNourish yourself with nutrient-rich food 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExercise and stay active 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eConnect with support 186\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuiet your mind 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeal through your negative emotions 187\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHave fun! 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppreciate all that you have and all that you are 188\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIt’s okay to rest 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAllowing Love In 189\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 13: Creating Quality Relationships\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 193\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat Constitutes a Quality Relationship? 193\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Your Relationships 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a list 195\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining your level of commitment 196\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExamining respect and healthy boundaries 198\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAssessing trust and reliance 199\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating communication and empathy 200\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a good look at reciprocity 201\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding Lasting Social Bonds 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating with presence and curiosity 202\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBuilding trust and reliance 203\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSupporting and being supported 204\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAccepting and acknowledging 205\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSettling differences 206\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eInvesting time in and time out 207\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengthening Bonds by Sharing 208\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing news and gratitude 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing goals and dreams 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing worries and fears 209\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing adventures 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing the mundane 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing physical contact 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing hearts 210\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 14: Building a Resilient Community\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 213\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDetermining Who Your People Are 213\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating Your Communities 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking a list 214\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing values 215\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommitting to shared goals 216\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCombining resources 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eContributing and cooperating equally 217\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating effectively 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDisplaying sensitivity and empathy 218\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEncouraging and celebrating 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExemplifying fairness and inclusivity 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHaving trusted leaders 219\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the Foundation for Your Community 220\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting everyone to buy in on the goals 221\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAligning core values 222\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePutting the right people in the right roles 224\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving communication 227\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing guidelines for fairness and inclusivity 231\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 15: Becoming a Resilient Leader\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 233\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Making of a Resilient Leader 233\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWhat is Your Style of Leadership? 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuestions regarding leadership to ask yourself 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAppraising your sphere of influence 235\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating your resilience as a leader 237\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbracing Challenges and Change 240\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBecoming comfortable being uncomfortable 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacing the fear of doing something risky 241\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFind your way home after getting lost 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStarting with a clean slate 242\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHeading the other way 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGoing with the flow 243\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating Your Vision 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClearing and opening the mind 244\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eVisualizing the future 245\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eWriting out the story of success 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDefining goals and objectives 246\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating the strategic plan 247\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCommunicating the vision 248\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing a Trusted Leader 249\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Care and Being Self-Aware 251\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe 5-minute morning meditation 252\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing gratitude 253\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 4: Putting Resilience into Action 255\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 16: Fueling the Mind and Body\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 257\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking Fitness a Priority 257\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking care of your body’s whispers before it screams 258\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEvaluating your vitality 260\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eImproving Your Metabolism 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnderstanding metabolic flexibility 263\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking charge of your metabolism 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCutting down on sugar 265\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBoosting your metabolism with antioxidants 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTrying intermittent fasting 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eKeeping the microbiome happy 266\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChallenging your body with a variety of physical exercises 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Functional with Your Movement 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIntegrating five key functional movements 267\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlaying isn’t just for kids 270\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Time Out for Recovery 271\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLosing guilt and embracing love 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eQuieting the mind 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting restful, quality sleep 272\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 17: Organizing Your Environment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 273\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBenefitting from Being More Organized 274\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking Stock of the Obstacles to Organization 275\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFreeing Up 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFreeing up your mind 276\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eManaging your time 278\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDecluttering Your Physical Space 281\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eHarmonizing Your Environment 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClearing and creating an open space 283\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePlacing furniture or key items facing the door 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLetting the light in 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eShutting the lid where water drains 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBringing in green 284\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBalancing with nature’s elements 285\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 18: Resilience in Action at Work\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 289\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFostering Optimism 290\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing challenges as opportunities 291\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSeeing value everywhere and in everyone 293\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEmbracing failure and setbacks 294\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eChoosing Balance 295\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBringing meditation into your work life 296\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting unplugged 297\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing an organized approach to managing tasks 298\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting a life 299\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengthening Networks of Support 300\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 19: Resilience in the Family\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 303\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eDeveloping the Core Framework 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSharing beliefs 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing organized 304\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEffectively communicating 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSetting an Example 305\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eAdopting Shared Beliefs 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnhancing optimism 308\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding meaning together 310\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaking spirituality a family affair 311\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEstablishing Organization and Structure 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eStrengthening connectedness 313\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCreating structure with flexibility 314\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eForming networks of support 315\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnhancing Communication 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing clear and direct 316\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eRegulating and expressing emotions 318\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolving problems together 319\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePart 5: The Part of Tens 321\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 20: Ten Tips to Help Your Kids Cope with Stress and Change \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e323\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTaking a Pause and Calming the Worry 323\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBeing a Role Model 324\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eMaintaining Open Channels of Communication 325\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eTeaching Others How to Self-Calm 326\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFacing Fears Together 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eGetting Organized 327\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUnplugging and Descheduling 328\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLearning to Embrace Change 329\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eSolving Problems Together 330\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFinding Support 331\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eChapter 21: Ten Tips for Using Nature to Become Resilient\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 333\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Green for Therapy 333\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEnhancing Spirituality 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eClearing Your Head 334\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eExercising Green 335\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003ePracticing Mindfulness 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eCultivating a Garden 336\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eEating with the Seasons 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eBringing Nature into Your Home 337\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eUsing Nature to Relax and Play 338\u003c\/p\u003e 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