10 TIPS TO BECOMING A RESILIENT WOMAN

When the going gets tough, only the tough (resilient) gets going. Change is unavoidable. As humans, we try to fight change especially when it comes in the form of challenges, stresses or adversities. But when we see challenges as a nerve end then it becomes difficult to overcome. People respond differently to an agonizing or stressful life events but we need to pull through these disturbing moments as they. Resilience is what gives us the ability to manage or survive these difficult situations that come with change and also to learn, grow and thrive in it. It allows you to become better rather than bitter after a challenge or set-back.

Resilience proceeds from self-belief and it is not a trait that people are born with. It is learnt and developed by and in anyone because it involves thoughts- the way you think, behaviours- your way of behaving and actions- how you do what you do.  To be a resilient woman  you need to have:

GOOD THOUGHT PATTERN: Resilient people don’t think failing means being a failure. They focus on high yielding thoughts which they need to give them directions around their challenges and face them head on as well. Adjust the way your mind interprets and responds to stress events so that feel better as you deal with difficult situations.  Think of a different and a fruitful way to solve the problem.

HAVE A POSITIVE OUTLOOK: Welcome change as part of living. It aids you develop confidence in your strengths and abilities to solve problems and to learn to trust your instincts. It will also help you focus on what you can learn from the experiences and what you can change.

STAY STRONG: When faced with challenge(s) say to yourself ‘’I can get through it’’. Confront your fears in order to conquer it. Have an adaptive attitude which will help you focus on possibilities even in the worst times. Keep things in view and assume control.

KEEP GOING AND GROWING: Resilient people learn as they go, making amendments that will yield positive results. Develop yourself. Learn something for yourself and you may find that you grow as well. Be daring bearing in mind that life is not what happens to you but what happens within you.

BE PREPARED: If we are prepared, the unexpected would not knock us out completely. Do not be handicapped by negativity. Always plan for the future even when things are not working out.

NEVER QUIT:  ‘Winners never quit and quitters never win’ may be a cliché but it is a fact. Resilient people never stay on the ground when they fall. They get up and get going. They have the capacity to adapt.

GIVE IT OUT:  In giving you receive. Being selfless is the best way to locate your own strength. Give care to others by lending a helping hand.

BUILD STRONG RELATIONSHIPS: Build good relationship both personal and professional. You are sure to get help from them. Your contacts goes a long way to tell the impact.

OPTIMISTIC VIEW: This will help you look forward to the good things that will come your way. Visualize what you want rather than worrying about what you fear.

HAVE A SENSE OF PURPOSE: With a sense of purpose, you view setbacks from a broader view and you will be willing to learn from them as well as success and motivation.