Evidence-Based: A New Harbinger Psychology Podcast

Resilience with Sheela Raja, PhD

Dec 13, 2022

Sheela Raja, PhD, discusses resilience and the distinction between resilience and grit. They explore shame in trauma, accepting negative emotions, and the power of mindfulness for building resilience. The concept of resilience is explored, emphasizing its ever-changing nature and the importance of self-kindness.

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Sheela Raja

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Quick takeaways

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to stress, and can be developed through practicing self-care, forming healthy relationships, and finding meaning and purpose in life.

Building resilience can be challenging, especially during times of crisis, but it is crucial to continue practicing resilience and seek support from others to overcome the impact of stress and trauma.

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Understanding Resilience

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from setbacks and adapt to stress. It is not innate, but can be learned and developed. Resilience is different from grit, which is the ability to work towards goals and persevere. Resilience involves functioning in the face of stress and trauma, and includes taking care of physical and mental health, forming healthy relationships, and finding meaning and purpose in life.

Introduction

2min

Resilience vs. Grit: Understanding the Difference

18min

Understanding the Role of Shame in Trauma and the Difference Between Shame and Guilt

3min

Accepting Negative Emotions and Practicing Emotional Tolerance

4min

Mindfulness and Resilience

19min

Exploring Resilience and the Absence of a Perfect Recipe

3min

Sheela Raja, PhD, author of The Resilient Teen, joins us to discuss resilience. Raja is an associate professor at the University of Illinois at Chicago. She completed postdoctoral training at the National Center for PTSD, and is a nationally recognized expert on the health effects of trauma and trauma-informed health care approaches. Her other books include Overcoming Trauma and PTSD, The PTSD Survival Guide for Teens, and The Sexual Trauma Workbook for Teen Girls.

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