WHAT MOTIVATES YOU TO BE RESILIENT?

Where does resilience originate? Research shows resilience is a learned trait, one that is developed through life experiences, and not an innate attribute we possess at birth. So what makes certain people more resilient than others? What inspires one person to conquer adversity, while another individual, faced with similar circumstances, surrenders to failure?

According to Christian Moore, author of “The Resilience Breakthrough,” resilient people are motivated by one of four factors:

1. Relational Resilience: Those with relational resilience are inspired to succeed because they recognize that others depend on them. They draw strength from the emotional support of others, enjoy serving others, and thrive on human connection.

2. Street Resilience: Individuals who exhibit street resilience take the pain of their experiencs (including social inequality, disrespect, or mistakes) and use it as fuel to overcome obstacles. They use their rage as a catalyst to create success, and they direct their hurt and anger toward a cause rather than an individual.

3. Resource Resilience: People with resource resilience recognize they are in control of their ability to overcome obstacles, and they use resources already available to them to find strength. They are aware of their vast capabilities, including spontaneity, talents, relationships, physical assets, personality traits, and work ethic. They are also able to assess and develop their untapped potential.

4. Rock Bottom Resilience: These individuals are able to tap into their strength and resilience only after hitting their lowest point in life. Once a person hits rock bottom, they realize that losing in the past does not equal losing in the future. They are then able to take control, believe in themselves, and refuse to be defined by negative labels previously assigned by themselves or others.

If you recognize your motivation to push past adversity, you can focus on the strengths you already possess to come out stronger on the other end.

So, readers, what type of resilience are you using to get yourself through these uncertain times?