What We’re Learning (and Relearning) About Resilience

What We’re Learning (and Relearning) About Resilience

I’m often struck by how life imitates art.

This past month, we’ve led several teams through a “Building Resilience” training. Every time, I’m reminded of how much I need to hear the message as well.

Lately, I’ve noticed how often I tell myself that once I get through this hurdle, I can exhale. Then, things will feel more manageable.

But just as I move past one wave, another one comes. 

It’s taken me a while to realize that the waves might not stop. 

Instead of waiting for a break, I’ve started to explore how I can find steadiness within the waves. How can I stay grounded amidst the ebb and flow?

Because resilience doesn’t come from fighting the waves or avoiding the ocean altogether.

Resilience is learning to return to a calm, regulated state—even in the midst of hardship—so that we are better equipped to navigate it.

From this new place of acceptance, I’ve started asking… 

• What are the resources and tools I can call upon right now?

• How can I incorporate moments of nervous system regulation throughout my day?

• What small changes would make this more manageable?

• What additional support can I call in?

If you’re leading a team, I can imagine this resonates. 

As leaders, we often face ever-changing challenges: a financial strain one day, an underperforming campaign or internal conflict the next. 

The challenges shift, but they don’t go away entirely. So, how can we navigate them with more ease, groundedness, and clarity?

Each time we face the waves and find solid ground beneath us, we grow our capacity to move through life and work with greater resilience. 

If you’re navigating a challenging season, our team is here to support you. Feel free to reach out to hello@conscious-culture.co, and let’s set up a time to talk.