As much of the world slows during down the holiday season, the work and reflection we do during this time can set us up for happiness, health, and success for many months to come.
When the going gets tough, the tough get going is a popular phrase. But for the most successful people on the planet, the saying takes on a twist: “When the going gets tough, don’t go it alone.”
In our last blog post, we talked about resilience—what it is and how it works. While many people are apt to believe that resilience is a trait—something unquantifiable and inherent—the truth is psychological resilience is a skill you can acquire, hone, and keep.
This Thanksgiving, let gratitude be your focus. It’s easy to try to combat the stress that comes with gathering family from far and wide with a big smile and avoidance. A lot of feelings can come up during this time. Thinking about what you are thankful for can help you lead with gratitude and better live in the moment so that you can be joyful and resilient this holiday season. And hopefully it will be the start of a habit you can implement daily.