Developing Resilience

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.

This book will inspire you to: thrive on pressure like an Olympic athlete; manage and overcome negative emotions by acknowledging them; plan short-term goals to achieve long-term aspirations; surround yourself with the people who will push you the hardest; use challenges to become a better leader; use creativity to move past trauma; and understand the tools your mind uses to recover from setbacks.

In So Emotional!, Dr Rebecca Ray takes listeners on a journey to approach their painful feelings using the tool of reframing to process them and provide a springboard for growth. Turn failure into expansion, fear into courage, and frustration into flow, and learn the tools to flip experiences to find meaning and a way forward.

Professional athletes, surgeons, first responders - all perform remarkable feats in the face of intense stress. Why do they thrive under pressure while others succumb? What separates the two is attitude. Resilient people meet adversity head on and bounce back from setbacks. They seem to naturally exude an inner strength - but studies show that resilience is something that anyone can build.

It’s not enough for a leader to have vision, energy, drive, and conviction. If you want to see your dream come to fruition, you must learn how to develop the leaders around you. Why do some people achieve great personal success, yet never succeed in building a business or making an impact in...

What if you could grow stronger without losing yourself? Strong Without Breaking is a practical and deeply human guide to personal expansion — a new approach to growth that balances ambition, authenticity, and emotional well-being.

A masterpiece of warrior wisdom that shows how to overcome obstacles with positive action. The best-selling author, Navy SEAL, and humanitarian Eric Greitens offers a self-help book unlike any other. Two years ago, Eric Greitens unexpectedly heard from a former SEAL comrade, a brother-in-arms he...

Change doesn’t happen through willpower alone—it happens through wiring. The NeuroShift Method is a science-backed guide that shows you how to reprogram your brain and build habits that last. Drawing on cutting-edge neuroscience, psychology, and practical exercises, Dr. Sofia Kenin reveals why most attempts at change fail—and how small, intentional shifts can create exponential growth over time. Inside this audiobook, you’ll learn how to break free from destructive loops, design habits that align with your identity, and leverage emotions and environment to make success automatic.

All of us face challenges, rough patches and struggles in life. And during these times we are often our own worst enemies, experiencing unwelcome emotions, thoughts and behaviours. The one thing that has stood out to Professor Peters in his years of supporting people as a Consultant Psychiatrist is that no matter what you may be facing in life, if you have the right mental toolkit in place then you will be able to cope - and even thrive.

This supportive guide offers you a beacon of hope and a clear path through the darkness of addiction. You might think, “I’ve tried everything, and nothing seems to work” or “I’m too deep into this; there’s no way out for me.” I hear you, and that’s precisely why I wrote this book. The journey to recovery is indeed challenging, but with the right understanding of addiction and the brain, combined with practical tools, you’ll be armed with the knowledge to overcome this battle.

The Resilient Routine is your step-by-step guide to building daily practices that make you stronger, calmer, and more productive—no matter what life throws your way. You don’t need more hours in the day—you need a better structure for the hours you already have. With practical exercises, real-life examples, and strategies you can start today, The Resilient Routine will show you how to create mornings, days, and nights that fuel your best self. If you’re ready to thrive instead of just survive, this book will become your daily guide to a stronger, calmer, and more focused life.

Raise calmer, more confident kids—and feel steadier as the adult they rely on. This practical collection pairs play therapy activities with science-backed tools for emotional regulation so you can reduce meltdowns, end power struggles faster, and deepen connection at home, in therapy, or in the classroom.

Features a bonus conversation with bestselling poet and philosopher Yung Pueblo. From the author of the New York Times bestseller Don't Believe Everything You Think comes a companion guide that transforms the paralyzing cycle of overthinking into clear, intuitive decision-making. Your brain is...

Are you passionate about building thriving and inclusive communities? Do you want to make a positive impact on the lives of people around you? Look no further than "Community Development Frameworks: Building Thriving and Inclusive Communities." This comprehensive guide is specifically crafted for individuals actively involved in community development and planning, regardless of their level of experience. Whether you are a beginner or an expert in leading groups, this book offers practical insights and frameworks that can be readily applied to your own community development projects. The ...

In a time when so many children and young adults seem to be struggling, parents are looking for help in bringing up mentally healthy kids who are equipped to thrive. Finally, evidence-based help is now available for overwhelmed parents who are trying their best but feel like they’re falling short.

No matter how hard we try to live our best possible life, things won’t always go our way. So how do we bounce back from the things that knock us down? With relatable client case studies and the empowering, straightforward steps and practical advice Domonique Bertolucci is known for, Bounce Forward will show you how to change your mindset to build your resilience reserves and find the energy to not only cope, but to become stronger, happier and more confident.

The Power of Positive Thinking – Unlock the Secret to a Happier, More Successful Life! Do you ever feel trapped by negative thoughts, self-doubt, or fear? What if you could rewire your mind for confidence, success, and happiness? In The Power of Positive Thinking, you’ll discover how to: ✅ Overcome self-limiting beliefs and negative thinking patterns ✅ Cultivate a mindset of abundance and resilience ✅ Use affirmations and visualization to attract success ✅ Turn challenges into opportunities for growth ✅ Stay motivated and focused on your goals This book is your step-by-step ...

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.

No matter what it is you want in life, the difference between success and failure is resilience. Fortunately, the skills of resilience can be learned. In Rules of Resilience, Valorie Burton, best-selling author and CEO of the Coaching and Positive Psychology Institute, teaches you how to build or strengthen your own personal resilience system, offering practical strategies you can employ immediately to conquer obstacles, overcome setbacks, achieve greater happiness, and succeed at higher levels than ever before.

Imposter Syndrome doesn’t just affect middle-aged suits in big board rooms. The typical thoughts, feelings and behaviours that are part of the imposter experience - things like overwork, perfectionism and procrastination, hiding out, playing small and holding back – are common for so many of us. This is not just a different name for self-doubt. It is pervasive and goes directly to your sense of self-worth and belonging. You don’t need a confidence hack. You need to go to the root cause of your feelings of unworthiness and learn to trust that you are enough.