3 Critical Steps to Mastering Your Emotional Resilience
Emotional resilience is a trait that gives you direct control over situations that would otherwise have been stressful and overwhelming.
Can it be acquired?
Yes, it can. You don’t have to born with it.
Here is a quick dive into 3 ways you can master this trait and use it to live a more fulfilling and joyous.
Patience is key; practice it more often
There’s a simple trick that can help you take control over any situation, no matter how stressful or provoking. It’s called self-talk. Say you’re in a tough situation, and the most obvious reaction is to let all hell break loose. You’re angry, and you can’t wait to let it all out.
Before you explode, pause, take a deep breath, and talk yourself out of the difficult situation.
Instead of the losses, think about the lessons that such a situation is teaching you. Remind yourself that you’re strong and way better than what the situation is forcing you to believe.
Instead of impatience, remind yourself of the hidden benefits that could come out of the wait, even if it’s longer than you would have preferred.
- Emphasize self-worth
Everyone around has an inherent value that helps in building a sense of empathy. That includes you even though life might make you believe otherwise.
And the best time to learn this important trait is when things aren’t so rosy. That’s the only time you develop a real sense of security.
The trick here is simple. Don’t see yourself as a good-for-nothing person, because in a real sense, you’re not. When you start, you start seeing yourself as worthy, you’ll no longer struggle to even care for those around you.
- Think about the possibilities
Be very intentional about creating human connections. Strive to listen more (with an open mind) to those around you. Most importantly, accommodate positive criticism and learn from them. Be curious about researching and reading about stuff that challenges you to become a better version of yourself.