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Resilience: How to become strong and healthy again

What is resilience?

Resilience is the ability to become strong, healthy, or successful again after something negative happens to you.  

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Resilience is a group effort

Did you know?

Resilience is a process that involves many supportive people, time, and coping skills. 

Qualities of a resilient person

Resilient people believe they are: 

  • Capable to cope with negative experiences 

  • Confident in their abilities and character to face hardship 

  • Connected to their communities and families 

  • Contributing to their communities and families 

  • In control of their recovery 

12 tips to become more resilient

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1. Live in the present

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2. Be creative

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3. Believe in yourself

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4. Volunteer

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5. Learn to solve your issues

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6. Use humor 

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7. Look for strength in your culture 

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8. Be patient and kind 

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9. Be around resilient people 

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10. Focus on the positive 

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11. Be flexible and open-minded

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12. Ask for help when needed

Remember that being resilient does not mean you do not ask for help or support, but that help and support are part of it. Help is available to you.

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