

Finding Our Inner Strength, with Bruce Daisley
Sep 19, 2022
Bruce Daisley, a thought leader on workplace culture and former Vice President of Twitter Europe, discusses inner strength and resilience in modern work. He challenges the myth of grit, advocating for adaptability over mere persistence. Daisley emphasizes the importance of community and meaningful connections in fostering mental health and well-being. He also explores how to integrate cooperative learning in education and workplace culture while highlighting shared joy in remote teams and the vital role of family in building resilience.
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Resilience Fatigue
- The word "resilience" is overused and has lost its impact.
- People are tired of being told to be resilient without actionable steps.
Fortitude vs. Resilience
- Fortitude and resilience are synonymous, offering a fresh perspective.
- "Fortitude" avoids the negative connotations of the overused "resilience."
Mo Farah Example
- Mo Farah's story is often cited as "what doesn't kill you makes you stronger."
- However, childhood trauma generally leads to negative life outcomes.