Human Resilience

In this book you will find 35 proven life lessons, based on actual experiences, which the author shares through personal stories. Don’t expect them to be theoretical lessons like most of us have heard in the past. You will also learn why many of the traditional approaches to common problem-solving are not what works best in practice. This book will get you “thinking differently” about your personal challenges and hopefully give you just what you need to take control and start living a more resilient life.

Thrive or die: That's the rule of evolution. Despite this brutal logic, some species have learned to survive in even the most hostile conditions. Others couldn't - and perished. While incremental genetic adaptations hone the physiology of nearly every creature on this planet, there's another evolutionary force that is just as important: the power of choice. In this explosive investigation into the limits of endurance, journalist Scott Carney discovers how humans can wedge control over automatic physiological responses into the breaking point between stress and biology.

Two years ago, Eric Greitens unexpectedly heard from a former SEAL comrade, a brother-in-arms he hadn’t seen in a decade. Zach Walker had been one of the toughest of the tough. But ever since he returned home from war to his young family in a small logging town, he’d been struggling. Without a sense of purpose, plagued by PTSD, and masking his pain with heavy drinking, he needed help. Zach and Eric started writing and talking nearly every day, and Eric set down his thoughts on what it takes to build resilience in our lives.

Uncover the secrets of the human mind and strengthen your defenses against manipulation and deceit, even if you've been victimized before. Are you fascinated by the unseen forces of human behavior and eager to decode the intricacies of dark psychology? Do you want to protect yourself and improve your relationships by understanding the subtle cues that often go unnoticed? Have you ever felt manipulated but couldn't quite put your finger on how it was happening? If so, you're not alone. Many people find themselves ensnared by the complex web of manipulation without realizing it. But what if ...

"The Fantastic Journey of a Young Medical Doctor" is a captivating and inspiring memoir that takes readers on an exhilarating adventure through the life of a medical professional. Dr. Francesco Chirico, the author and protagonist of this thrilling tale, invites readers on a journey that is both heartwarming and educational. Through vivid storytelling and poignant interviews, Dr. Chirico portrays the challenges faced by occupational practitioners in developing and developed countries. This eye-opening perspective sheds light on the daily struggles of workers who are often overlooked and ...

Brace for Impact: Stories of Hope and Horror Fifteen plane crashes. Fifteen stories of survival. From the frozen wastelands of Siberia to the depths of the Amazon rainforest, Brace for Impact captures the raw terror, resilience, and impossible decisions faced by those who lived through aviation disasters. Some found hope in the wreckage—others faced the brutal realities of isolation, injury, and the unforgiving elements. Told with gripping intensity, these true-to-life narratives echo the haunting suspense of your favorite Survival Stories, placing you inside the doomed cabins, the ...

Life presents us all with challenges. Most of us at some point will be struck by major traumas such as the sudden death of a loved one, a debilitating disease, or a natural disaster. What differentiates us is how we respond.

Ten years after civilization's collapse, Alexei has mastered the art of solitary survival. But when he discovers a thriving agricultural settlement built on radical cooperation, he faces an impossible choice: risk everything he's learned about staying alive alone, or trust in the power of community. Dr. Sabrina Delgado's innovative farming commune proves that humanity's future lies not in competing for scraps but in sharing knowledge and working together. When professional raiders threaten their hard-won prosperity, the settlement must defend more than their crops and homes—they must ...

The Resilience Institute surveyed over 20,000 people to understand what drives resilience in individuals and groups across the world. 11 key factors were identified. These range from the obvious – focus, purpose, optimism, assertiveness and bounce – to the less expected – sleep quality, vitality, presence, decisiveness, values alignment and fulfilment. A resilient person breaks down life’s challenges into achievable tasks, prepares biology and environment, then works with focus and determination. Things go wrong for them as for any of us, but they rely on their ability to bounce, ...

What Happens After the Breach Isn’t Just Technical A novel about burnout, breach response, and the people behind the metrics. What if the real cybersecurity risk is not the malware, but the silence? Not the exploit, but the exhaustion? What if the firewall is not a device at all, but a person, and that person is close to breaking? The Human Firewall is a novel set inside a financial services firm facing more than just cyber incidents. It follows Daniel, Layla, Tom, Angela, and Raya as they navigate high-pressure incident response while quietly enduring burnout, doubt, and unspoken fatigue...

Life can change in a heartbeat — and when it does, we’re often left wondering: what now? This is the story of starting over — not in your twenties, not in your thirties — but at a time when the world expects you to have it all figured out. It’s the story of loss, reinvention, rebuilding, and ultimately… resilience. The Resilient Woman is part personal journey, part practical guide for any woman who finds herself navigating life after a major setback — whether financial, personal, or emotional. Written with warmth, honesty, and wisdom earned through experience, this book will ...

Human Permaculture is a powerful, forward-thinking guide that uses permaculture principles of ecological design rooted in people care, Earth care, and fair share for redesigning your life and community to align with the resources available on the planet. As climate change, ecological decline, and social breakdown start to bite, people expect that governments will solve our problems. Yet this belief has proven to be false. Rather than looking to others, changes must come from the inside out: transforming the "I" to "we", changing the world by changing ourselves.

How do some people bounce back with vigor from daily setbacks, professional crises, or even intense personal trauma? This collection of articles from HBR includes "How Resilience Works", by Diane Coutu; "Resilience for the Rest of Us", by Daniel Goleman; "How to Evaluate, Manage, and Strengthen Your Resilience", by David Kopans; "Find the Coaching in Criticism", by Sheila Heen and Douglas Stone; and much more.

In today’s fast-paced digital world, cybersecurity isn’t just about firewalls and encryption—it’s about people. Human error accounts for 95% of cybersecurity breaches, yet most security solutions neglect the very people they aim to protect. Enter The Human Firewall, a groundbreaking book that merges the worlds of User Experience (UX) Design and Cybersecurity to tackle one of the biggest challenges in the digital age: creating systems that are not only secure but also user-friendly. Written for designers, developers, security professionals, and business leaders, The Human Firewall ...

Are you tired of juggling anxious thoughts and daily mishaps—like life’s one giant blooper reel? Meet your new playbook for mental health: Half Crazy, Fully Human by Felicity Hartwell. Backed by real psychological insights—and a hearty dose of humor—this book dares to ask: what if laughing at life’s chaos is the best way to conquer it? From playful strategies that tame those intrusive thoughts to reimagining every “failure” as your own comedic outtake, Felicity Hartwell shows how a little laughter and a lot of self-awareness can turn meltdown moments into stepping stones.

📖 This eBook is published in full color, bringing hospital scenes, charts, and emotional moments vividly to life—easy to read and moving on any device. 🌟 Step into the hidden heart of caregiving. 🌟 Behind the sterile walls of Taipei’s Renxin Hospital, life and death entwine with warmth, resilience, and love. Follow Nurse Lin Xinyue, whose compassion touches patients and colleagues alike, and Dr. Li Weizhe, a Johns Hopkins returnee seeking humanity in medicine. Together, they navigate the fragility of life, the intensity of love, and the timeless dignity of care. 💡 Inside ...

The Edge of Reason: Exploring Human Instincts What drives us? What pulls us between rationality and the raw, unfiltered impulses that surge from within? The Edge of Reason dives deep into the complex interplay between instinct and rational thought, exploring the forces that shape every choice we make and every fear we face. Written by JD Arden, this book takes readers on a journey through the depths of human nature, where primal urges meet deliberate reflection, and where understanding these forces can lead to a richer, more authentic life. From the survival instinct that pushes us to ...

On July 23, 2007, Dr. William Petit suffered an unimaginable horror: Armed strangers broke into his suburban Connecticut home in the middle of the night, bludgeoned him nearly to death, tortured and killed his wife and two daughters, and set their house on fire. He miraculously survived, and yet living through those horrific hours was only the beginning of his ordeal. Broken and defeated, Bill was forced to confront a question of ultimate consequence: How does a person find the strength to start over and live again after confronting the darkest of nightmares?

In The Mentally Tough Kid, coach and mentor Brent Matthews shares 7 proven strategies to help young athletes thrive under pressure, bounce back from setbacks, and lead with heart. This book delivers practical, down-to-earth tools for parents and coaches who want to raise not just good players—but great teammates and future leaders.

Invisible Invaders is a gripping narrative history of humanity’s battle against infectious diseases, from the Plague of Justinian to the global response to COVID-19. With vivid storytelling and deep research, it explores how societies have responded to pandemics with fear, innovation, and resilience. Each chapter highlights a pivotal moment in medical history, showcasing the doctors, patients, and public health pioneers who shaped our understanding of disease. This sweeping, accessible book offers insight into past plagues—and what they can teach us about the threats of tomorrow.