“This isn’t fair.”
“Why did this have to happen to me?”
“I don’t deserve this.”
Have you ever felt like this?
We all experience unexpected events. Some of them are positive, which leads to emotions of happiness and gratitude. Others are negative, which leads to frustration and sometimes grief.
This email is a reminder that adversity is not a bad thing. Adversity builds resistance. Turn adversity into a resource by seeing the upside of every unfortunate situation.
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“Rock bottom became the solid foundation in which I rebuilt my life.”
– J.K. Rowling
Consider a time in your life when you experienced substantial personal growth – a turning point that resulted in positive changes or the discovery of a new sense of purpose. Was this a particularly trying time in your life? There’s a good likelihood that the period of personal development was also highly stressful.
Humans are hardwired to thrive in the face of adversity. Even though we all desire a stress-free existence, the challenges we face in life allow us to grow.
The common saying “Whatever doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” has been proven true by scientific tests. In a recent study, 82 percent said they are drawing on the strength gained from previous challenging events when asked how they are coping with the most stressful aspects of their lives.
Focusing on the positive aspects of any stressful event is one approach to learn and develop from it. You must believe that your suffering can lead to something positive.
According to research, men who find a positive outcome from their first heart attack are less likely to have another heart attack and are more likely to live for another eight years.
Finding the good in difficult situations has benefits that go beyond physical health. It can also help to prevent depression and improve relationships. Seeing the bright side of things, for example, lowers the likelihood of depression in diabetic teens and makes them more likely to commit to blood sugar monitoring and food restrictions.
Finding the rewards of challenging circumstances does not require any form of magical thinking. It’s because seeing the upside of adversity transforms how individuals deal with it.
People who find value in their troubles are more likely to live with purpose, hope for the future, and confidence in their ability to manage everyday stress. All of this enables individuals to take more proactive measures to deal with pressure and make better use of social support. They’re also less prone to utilize avoidance techniques to cope with their stress.
As a result, develop a mindset that acknowledges the human capacity to grow amid stressful situations. Every adversity should be viewed as an opportunity to learn and improve.
I have a surprise for you! I recorded an interview with a licensed psychologist who has had a private practice for over 25 years. He has extensive experience in working therapeutically with emotionally challenged children, adolescents, young adults, and families.
Watch the interview here: https://youtu.be/lCgCk8RfKi8
Thank you for reading!
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