Resiliency Corner January 2021

Resilience Corner

"I can be changed by what happens to me. But I refuse to be reduced by it"

~ Maya Angelou

Here are some tips to build resilience and practice self-care

 Physical - Physical resilience influences your mood. Taking daily walks of 20 minutes or more can enhance your mood by combating lethargy associated with feeling down and/or depressed, therefore, boosting your immune system functioning and overall resistance to getting sick.

  Emotional - Positive emotions can undo the negative effects of negative emotions. Emotions of anxiety and anger correspond with muscle tension, increased heart rate, and fast, shallow breathing. Undo these effects by finding a way to generate positive emotions: appreciate what you have, find humor in the situation, or think about what can improve in the future.

  Family - A resilient Family finds strength and acceptance in friendships with neighbors, co-workers, informal caregivers and extended Family members.

  Social - Make a regular plan to check in with a close friend, even if things are going well for both of you. Maintaining your social connections is just like maintaining physical fitness; it’s easier to give and get help during tough times if you’ve kept up your relationships.

  Spiritual - Take the time to do some serious thinking about your life vision. Having a clear sense of what provides purpose and meaning can help to make you a more resilient person.