Life is full of beautiful and joyful moments.
Life is full of beautiful and joyful moments. Moments that leave traces of happiness and smiles in our hearts. Moments of victories, celebrations, and laughter. How wonderful these moments are! They are part of our lives, and by enjoying them, we create memories to treasure in our hearts.
However, along the journey of life, we will also face difficult moments—times when we feel our strength is failing, moments of pain. What do we do during these moments? How can we continue? In this article, we will discuss resilience and its importance during adverse times.
According to the Royal Spanish Academy, resilience is defined as: "The capacity of a living being to adapt to a disruptive agent or an adverse state or situation." In difficult and adverse moments, resilience guides us through the process of adapting to our circumstances. During this process, we can use healthy coping skills that strengthen our emotional well-being as we face challenges.
Here are two coping skills to utilize during tough times:
1. Positive Self-Affirmations:
Positive self-affirmations are cognitive techniques that help individuals strengthen their self-esteem and emotional well-being. This coping skill enhances our adaptability. Examples include:
- "I can do this."
- "In my process of adaptation, I am important, I am special."
- "I can move forward."
- "I have the ability to face this difficult moment in my life, just as I have faced other challenges in the past."
- "Everything will be okay."
2. Writing:
Writing is an excellent tool to strengthen emotional well-being. Journaling emotions helps us process what we are feeling and allows us to acknowledge and manage them. Writing about how you feel, what you are learning, and the positive experiences in your circumstances can help you grow stronger during challenging times.
Resilience, as a capacity for adaptation, reminds us that every process we face in life involves learning, growth, and evolution. Let us enjoy the beautiful moments in life and remember the importance of resilience in our journey of learning.
Written by : Celibeth Rodriguez, LCSW
References:
- Royal Spanish Academy. (n.d.). Resilience. In Dictionary of the Spanish Language (23rd ed.). Retrieved January 14, 2025, from [https://www.rae.es/diccionario-estudiante/resiliencia](https://www.rae.es/diccionario-estudiante/resiliencia)