What is Resilience
Sometimes society automatically assume that being diagnosed with a mental health issue and being resilient automatically, go hand in hand. The truth is depending on how that individual copes with something, dictates whether or not that individual is resilient or not. Let's take a look at a few qualities and behaviors that should not be considered resilient.
* Refusing to accept any type of treatment that does not coincide with their own opinions or beliefs.
* Blaming others for their lack of progress.
* Not taking into account the things they do to sabotage their treatment.
* Using unhealthy coping strategies, such as self destructive or self sabotaging behaviors.
* Essentially, it’s doing anything that would be considered counterproductive, or sabotaging your treatment.
* Not having a full sense of self awareness
* Using avoidance as a coping strategy, instead of using healthy coping strategies
* Lashing out
That’s not to say that going through something can't give you an understanding that other people don't have. In order to have that understanding, you have to understand the internal and external factors that affect your life. While also understanding what's within your power to change and what you need help with.
When a person is resilient or wants to become more resilient, there are a few simple things that they can practice. Especially when it relates to mental health issues and other medical conditions.
* Doing what is medically necessary, regardless of whatever preconceived notions or hesitations you may possess. In other words, stepping outside of your comfort zone.
* Accepting the things that you are able to change, and taking action to change those things. By taking ownership of those things in order to take the proper course of action, to improve them.
* Accepting the things that are not within your power to change. Then finding the support and resources you need to overcome those obstacles
* Working on understanding the importance of self awareness.
* Being patient, baby steps forward and giant leaps forward have one thing in common; they are both steps in the right direction. Which is the most significant thing, because you have to deal with things at a pace that is right for you.
* Having an understanding of the things that are helpful and implementing those things into your own life.
* Understanding the difference between mental health facts and mental health myths
* Not trying to control other people's actions and attitudes, instead, focusing on developing yourself.
* Eliminating toxic people from your life, or learning to not take what they say to heart.
In conclusion, even if you are completely unaware of the things that you do that prevent you from overcoming challenges in your life. With a little self reflection, plus time and effort anyone can become resilient.
Obstacles aren't impossible to overcome. It's about taking the time to recognize those unhealthy behaviors and beliefs. Then learning from those past experiences, so that you can overcome those obstacles.
Also it's not about being perfect, because let’s be honest no one is perfect. It's about learning and accepting ourselves. Then improving on the things that we need help with. While also not being afraid to ask for help. By professionals, who are there for absolutely no other reason than to assist you achieve your full potential.
There's a saying if you fall of a horse get back on, being resilient is not about just getting back on. It's more about how you get back on the next time. Through learning from your past mistakes. In order to be more successful with your next attempt. Even though dealing with mental health issues is more complicated, it's the same concept. Which is learning the most effective strategy. In order to successfully overcome the things that you struggle with.
* Refusing to accept any type of treatment that does not coincide with their own opinions or beliefs.
* Blaming others for their lack of progress.
* Not taking into account the things they do to sabotage their treatment.
* Using unhealthy coping strategies, such as self destructive or self sabotaging behaviors.
* Essentially, it’s doing anything that would be considered counterproductive, or sabotaging your treatment.
* Not having a full sense of self awareness
* Using avoidance as a coping strategy, instead of using healthy coping strategies
* Lashing out
That’s not to say that going through something can't give you an understanding that other people don't have. In order to have that understanding, you have to understand the internal and external factors that affect your life. While also understanding what's within your power to change and what you need help with.
When a person is resilient or wants to become more resilient, there are a few simple things that they can practice. Especially when it relates to mental health issues and other medical conditions.
* Doing what is medically necessary, regardless of whatever preconceived notions or hesitations you may possess. In other words, stepping outside of your comfort zone.
* Accepting the things that you are able to change, and taking action to change those things. By taking ownership of those things in order to take the proper course of action, to improve them.
* Accepting the things that are not within your power to change. Then finding the support and resources you need to overcome those obstacles
* Working on understanding the importance of self awareness.
* Being patient, baby steps forward and giant leaps forward have one thing in common; they are both steps in the right direction. Which is the most significant thing, because you have to deal with things at a pace that is right for you.
* Having an understanding of the things that are helpful and implementing those things into your own life.
* Understanding the difference between mental health facts and mental health myths
* Not trying to control other people's actions and attitudes, instead, focusing on developing yourself.
* Eliminating toxic people from your life, or learning to not take what they say to heart.
In conclusion, even if you are completely unaware of the things that you do that prevent you from overcoming challenges in your life. With a little self reflection, plus time and effort anyone can become resilient.
Obstacles aren't impossible to overcome. It's about taking the time to recognize those unhealthy behaviors and beliefs. Then learning from those past experiences, so that you can overcome those obstacles.
Also it's not about being perfect, because let’s be honest no one is perfect. It's about learning and accepting ourselves. Then improving on the things that we need help with. While also not being afraid to ask for help. By professionals, who are there for absolutely no other reason than to assist you achieve your full potential.
There's a saying if you fall of a horse get back on, being resilient is not about just getting back on. It's more about how you get back on the next time. Through learning from your past mistakes. In order to be more successful with your next attempt. Even though dealing with mental health issues is more complicated, it's the same concept. Which is learning the most effective strategy. In order to successfully overcome the things that you struggle with.
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