Recognize your own resilience!

People who are living with chronic conditions often talk about how their diagnosis has helped them to recognize their own resilience.  They have tapped into sources of strength, and learned to be resourceful, in ways they never thought possible.  Yet, at the same time, one of those curveballs, or a series of curveballs, can leave anybody feeling pretty depleted.  So you might be wondering: Are some people more resilient than others?  Is resilience a gift that some of are given while others aren’t so lucky?  Actually, no.  The good news is that resilience can be learned by following some basic guidelines for developing a more resilient mindset as well as practicing resilience-building skills.  Start by making the bold decision to believe in yourself. Bolster your self-esteem by giving yourself a daily pep talk, with messages like “I can do it” and “I’m ready to handle whatever comes my way.” Intention leads to action.