Resilience and Silver Linings

Research on resilience after World War II suggests that having a tight-knit community and stable role models can help individuals thrive in the face of adversity. The study also found that resilience can be cultivated through mindfulness and training the mind. An example from the research involved Vietnamese prisoners of war who developed impressive mental capabilities during their captivity. The researchers also discovered the importance of kindness and compassion in cultivating resilience, as highlighted by the Dalai Lama's request to study the effects of compassion on the brain.