First, what is resilience? There are many ways to describe this term. The best way to describe resilience is one’s ability to bounce back from life-altering events. Whether it be overcoming challenges, trauma, or adversity, it is up to that individual whether they rise to the challenges or let the everyday challenges defeat you (Berk,2018).
While reading pages 474 through 476, it made me look back on my life. My parents weren’t affectionate, they did not support me, and they were far from helicopter parents, you could definitely say I was exposed to negativity in my life.
I made mistakes and fell on my face multiple times, but I got back up and was determined to be the best for myself and my family. I think the only reason I have done so well in life is that I had positive relationships in my life. I have had great friends and their family supporting me through life.
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When I was in my mid 20’s and started going to church, I then had support from church families. It is not hard to see that having caring and supportive relationships can build trust, encouragement, and become role models in which can help an individual be more resilient. Supportive relationships don’t have to just be from immediate families.
Supportive relationships can come from your community, church, teachers, and close friends. Many individuals seek support through social networking, but in some ways seeking help through social networking can hinder individuals. Many individuals who use social media frequently lack emotion and social skills.
My husband and I limit the time our kids are allowed on their phones and don’t allow them to be on social media. There is an upside to social media. It helps individuals stay connected to not only friends and families, but what is happening around the world and with different cultures.
Culture provides us with who we are. Culture isn’t just about the individual’s ethnic background, but how individuals connect with other individuals, whether it be through there values, religion, or life-altering events.
Think about 9/11 many people were able to be resilient even after facing such a horrific loss not only were they able to overcome but through their loss, many people were able to help and support others who were affected.
Resilience is built through your relationship with your parents, or people close to you, at a young age. Children who are thought how to accept change and keep a positive outlook will smoothly transition into adulthood with little hesitation, which will help them overcome challenges throughout their life.
