In this video program, the concept of resilience is explored, using the experience of a woman who is dealing with a chronic health problem plus the experience of her family. Factors contributing to the development and maintenance of resilience are illustrated, including the role of health professionals in this process. Co-developed with Doreen Dawe, MUN School of Nursing.

Jennifer A. Nielsen, award-winning author of A Night Divided and Rescue, artfully weaves together the stories of five kids living through World War I, each of whom holds the key to the others' futures... if they are lucky — and brave — enough to find each other.

"A powerful, absorbing story that shines a light on an often overlooked chapter in human history." — Alan Gratz, #1 New York Times bestselling

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"Resilience--the ability to recover or "bounce back" from problems, hurt, or loss--is critical for social and emotional health and helps people feel happy, capable, and in charge of their lives. Foster perseverance, patience, and resilience in children with this unique, encouraging book. Young children learn thought processes and actions that are positive, realistic, and helpful for bouncing back. The book also helps children recognize people who...

Most people are convinced that the key to rising above a perceived problem is to think about it, analyze all angles, and try hard to solve it. But the fact is: Problems in the world are mounting. War, famine, and strife exist at alarming rates. Not to mention that the level of respect within our families and communities seems to be fraying. Simply put, our behavior is not up to par these days; it is spiraling downward. Why? We're not connecting the...

Everyone has encountered their own version of a Category 5 storm--whether it's the coronavirus pandemic, launching a new business, drowning in debt, enduring an emotional crisis, or actual flooding in the streets. But events that would normally incapacitate don't need to give us pause. Christine Perakis has created seven resilience strategies that you can use to get through whatever your disruptive environment throws at you to create life and career...

This board book introduces children to Langston Hughes' powerful declaration of resilience and hope.

The longing for joy is one of the deepest yearnings of the human heart. After times of trial-including the pandemic, economic turmoil, wars and rumors of war, and grief- our desire rises to the surface demanding relief. We've had to rally. Yet at some point, we have to replenish our soul's reserves or we will burn out. In this Resilient study series, John Eldredge provides the awareness and skills you need to strengthen your weary soul. Drawing on...

Draws on Buddhist philosophy to explain how mindfulness can inspire confidence and openness to new possibilities at work and how developing a sense of fearlessness can awaken natural resourcefulness and resilience.

"Eleven months after his liberation from Auschwitz, Viktor E. Frankl held a series of public lectures in Vienna, published here for the first time. The psychologist, who was to become world famous, explained his central thoughts on meaning, resilience and the importance of embracing life even in the face of great adversity"-- Frankl's seminal work was in manuscript form when he was arrested and deported to Auschwitz in 1942. During his imprisonment,...