The Therapy Edit On 5 ways to protect yourself from life's curveballs
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Sep 25, 2023 Explore practical tips to prepare for life's unexpected challenges. Discover the power of gratitude and joy in building resilience. Anna shares her personal story of coping with grief and emphasizes the importance of vulnerable connections. Learn how small, daily habits can improve your well-being and how to accept kindness from others. Validate your mixed emotions during tough times and recognize that emotional work yields long-term benefits. Equip yourself to navigate life's stormy seas with confidence!
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Personal Curveball During School Break
- Anna describes being hit by a sudden family tragedy the day before schools broke up and how it knocked her functioning for weeks.
- She reflects that lessons from her own work and books changed how that season unfolded.
Joy Builds Resilience Over Time
- Anna shares Brené Brown's idea that joy collected over time fuels resilience during hard times.
- Practicing gratitude and embracing mundane moments builds emotional reserves for future storms.
Build A Vulnerable Support Network
- Deepen your network by choosing two to three people to practice vulnerability with regularly.
- Let those connections exist now so they can support you when tough times arrive.
