The Upward Spiral of Resilience

The Upward Spiral of Resilience

Resilient Life #7 Exercising your capacity for resilience does not exempt you from problems. Neither does it mean that you must be perfect. As Anna Quindlen says, “What is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of...
Surprised by “There”

Surprised by “There”

Resilient Life #6 As you step into the groove of resilience, you may be shocked to find yourself serving again. You will not sit back, self-satisfied that you made it, hoping you never face another challenge. Rather, you will live the dream that puts you back in the...
Facing Your Giants

Facing Your Giants

Resilient Life #5 Just about the time you get really excited about your dreams and your plans, some giant will pop his head out. Even if the dream is big and especially if the planning is wise, those recurring giants will raise their ugly heads. Becoming resilient...
Planning Again

Planning Again

Resilient Life #4 When plans fail, you may find it formidable to start again. Whether the strategy did not work or you did not work the strategy, it takes courage to go again. Good news, you have courage within you. Visualize your goal, your dream. See the details....
Dreaming Again

Dreaming Again

Resilient Life #3 When life crashes and adversity happen, it hurts. You may find that you are exhausted, depressed, and disoriented for a long time. But, as you sense that it is time to re-emerge into a new season, I encourage you to dream a satisfying new dream and...