About Happiness And Psychological Resilience And Mental Strength
Uncovering Happiness and Psychological Resilience
In the face of rapid changes brought by AI, the challenges of climate change, and other trends,
the need to understand how to uncover happiness in our lives and to be psychologically resilient
are more crucial than ever before.
In a world often misled by misconceptions about the nature of happiness, “Stay Strong and
Flourish” aims to dispel these illusions. This monthly blog will guide readers in recognizing
joy within their lives rather than chasing it. We aim to empower individuals with
the tools to set meaningful goals, find contentment, and lead fulfilling lives.
This blog will also emphasize the importance of cultivating psychological resilience as a
foundation for prospering in an uncertain future.
Transform Your Mental Health With Gratitude
Have you ever thought about how noticing the small things you are grateful for can reshape your entire
perspective?
Developing a daily practice of gratitude has a profound impact on how we experience life.
This excellent Forbes post by Nicole McDermott dives into this topic.
McDermott defines gratitude as a “disposition or characteristic that allows an individual to perceive and appreciate life’s positive and meaningful aspects.”
Developing a gratitude practice has many benefits that are now well substantiated by scientific
research and clearly described in this article.
McDermott provides several excellent suggestions for developing a gratitude practice.
I remember my own introduction to gratitude through a Buddhist teacher, who reminded me to
appreciate the little joys we often overlook.
Developing a daily practice of noticing what you are grateful for and why you are grateful can
make a massive difference in how you experience your life.
At first, as McDermott describes, I had a lot of trouble identifying what I was grateful for.
My teacher and I were sitting outside, and she said, “Do you feel the sunshine on your face
right now, and does it feel good?”
I responded, “It certainly does, after days of rain and being inside.”
She said, “Is that something you are grateful for?”
She continued, “ Notice that beautiful flower garden over there? Are you grateful for its
presence?”
Then she asked, “Do you notice the peace and serenity here compared to a war-torn country described on the news?
“Where would you rather be?”
“Are you grateful for this peace and serenity we have right now?”
I realized that feeling the warmth of sunshine, witnessing a tranquil garden, embracing peace
amidst the chaos – these irreplaceable moments carried profound gratitude.
It’s best to think of gratitude practice as refining a skill. It takes time to develop, but with
consistent effort, you’ll uncover treasures in your daily life, build your mental strength, and
advance further in your career.
Curious to explore practical tips? Dive into the article and embark on this journey of self-
discovery.
Interested in gratitude, I am happy to teach you without charge. it is a 3 min activity, and I
am happy to get you started with a few practices. Start on the path to a more fulfilling, happy
life.
Written and provided by Guest contributor and CoWork business member Wayne Greenway.
About Wayne Greenway
Since 2012, Wayne Greenway has owned Career Aviators, a social-purpose business that helps clients find career positions where they will excel, value highly and love to do. In life, he stands for developing the psychological resilience of others. For over 30 years, he has successfully helped individuals of all ages and their families transition through some of life’s most difficult circumstances.
He is a seasoned facilitator and experiential educator, having taught as a faculty member in the School of Medicine at Queen’s University and with two national non-profit organizations. His passion for community engagement and development led him to initiate, rebuild and grow
several local, provincial and national organizations, raising more than 10M dollars over the course of his career.
During his leisure, when he is not helping out at CoWork, you will find him reading by beautiful Hamilton Bay, “cooking up a storm” in the kitchen or out for a walk or a run.
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