Bouncebackability: do you have what it takes to overcome life’s hardships?

First, think about how aware you are of the problem and the options which present themselves as possible solutions. Next, consider whether your outlook is sufficiently positive to ensure that you will see through the option that you decide to take. Don’t be half-hearted, trust in your capacity to keep going in spite of likely setbacks along the way.

Look for support from your networks, be it family, friends, colleagues or people facing similar issues. You don’t have to do it alone because that could make the challenge even harder to get through. Often when you are facing a difficult situation it can appear to be enormous, so be prepared to break it down into smaller pieces. If those pieces still seem too big then break them down even further. You will feel really good once you’ve tackled those first two or three and your confidence will grow and give you the strength to be more ambitious with those activities which follow.

If you’re struggling to take the step that feels the toughest one to make then focus on releasing whatever tension you have. Be willing to let go of your emotions by experimenting with different approaches. For some, it is simply writing down your feelings in a diary; for others it is talking with a friend; increasingly more people are practising mindfulness or find calmness through meditation (previous blogs by Jane Joseph and me will have given you some insight into simple mindfulness practices).

It may sound obvious but do not underestimate the importance of healthy eating, exercising and building in the right amount of time for sleep. With so much to do the temptation is always to pack more in and it can be too late when you’ve got used to six hours of rest whilst your mind and body needs more.

If you feel like you need to develop the skill of bouncing back then get in touch to find out more about our programme of stress prevention, stress reduction and ways to become more resilient. The great news is that this everyone can learn to do it better.