Sunday, September 08, 2024

Resilience, a Game Changer

All opinions expressed in the blog are solely my own.  

Resilience (psychology) is the fourth "game changer" along with skill, strategy, and physicality. 

Melrose showed a lot of resilience and competitive character in the first two games of 2024 with rallies when needed. 

What are other resilience tools? 

  • Great physical conditioning. "Fatigue makes cowards of us all."
  • Visualization (imagery). Visualize success as part of psychology.
  • Imitation. Whom you might consider? Arlene Blum who led an all-woman climb of Annapurna (over 8,000 m). Abraham Lincoln who overcame crippling depression multiple times. 
Consult AI for additional examples: 

1. Malala Yousafzai

Malala Yousafzai, a Pakistani education activist, survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban in 2012 because of her advocacy for girls' education. Despite this horrific attack, she continued her activism, eventually becoming the youngest-ever Nobel Prize laureate at age 17. Her resilience in the face of extreme adversity and her unwavering commitment to education and women's rights make her a remarkable role model.


2. Oprah Winfrey

Oprah Winfrey overcame a difficult childhood marked by poverty and abuse to become a media mogul and philanthropist. Her journey from growing up in challenging circumstances to becoming one of the most influential figures in media is a testament to her resilience and determination. Her story is a powerful example of how personal perseverance and self-belief can lead to transformative success.

3. Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Ruth Bader Ginsburg, an Associate Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court, faced numerous obstacles as a woman in law, including gender discrimination and being one of the few women in her class at Harvard Law School. Despite these challenges, she persisted in her career, advocating for gender equality and women’s rights. Her determination and groundbreaking legal work have left a lasting impact on the judicial system and society.

4. Frida Kahlo

Frida Kahlo, a Mexican painter known for her vivid and emotional artwork, lived through immense physical and emotional pain due to a severe bus accident and chronic health issues. Despite these hardships, Kahlo's resilience shone through in her art, which reflects her personal struggles and defies traditional norms. Her ability to channel her pain into creative expression is a powerful example of resilience.

5. Helen Keller

Helen Keller, who lost both her sight and hearing at a young age, overcame these significant challenges with the help of her teacher, Anne Sullivan. Keller became an influential author, activist, and lecturer, demonstrating immense perseverance and determination. Her achievements in breaking barriers for people with disabilities and her advocacy for social causes highlight her extraordinary resilience.

Why not you?  

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