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Resilience is the process of adapting and overcoming obstacles in the face of adversity. It involves ... [+] getting knocked down, but possessing the inner power to get up again and grow from the experience.

Still raw from the collective experience of the pandemic, people are now helplessly watching what may be the start of a third World War. While not of this magnitude, inflation is raging, causing everything from food prices to gasoline to rapidly go up in costs. The stock market has been plunging and people worry that the out-of-control inflation could disrupt the economy, after rebuilding it from the depths of the virus outbreak.

The uncertainty looks like it will last for the foreseeable future. You have two options. The first is to let all of the unpleasant overwhelm you. Youll spend the day doomscrolling through social media, feeling lethargic and depressed over the state of the world and how unfair everything is.

An alternative is to find practical, easy-to-do steps to cope with the harsh reality surrounding us. To deal with and conquer the fears, anxiety and stress, you will need to become resilient. Resilience is the process of adapting and overcoming obstacles in the face of adversity. It involves getting knocked down, but possessing the inner power to get up again and grow from the experience.

It's not just about wars. You need this skill when you get laid off, are forced to return to an office against your will, feel intense pressure at work or at home or have to contend with a bad, micromanaging, bully of a boss.

It's debilitating when you feel that you cant do anything. Start looking for things that are within your control. It will make you feel better and more empowered. Donate funds to Ukrainian refugees. Open your home to take in a displaced family. There is a large number of highly trained professionals in the Ukraine; find ways to see if your company can reach out to offer remote roles to help them financially get through this disaster. Separately, for your own sanity, find ways in your daily life that you can control, which will help improve your confidence and outlook.

Focus on positive emotions rather than ruminating on all of the what-if scenarios that will keep you up and night. According to the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, having positive emotions helps increase your ability to effectively deal with issues.

Find healthy coping mechanisms. This could be meditating, doing yoga, going for a run or bike ride, cultivating a hobby, meeting with friends, working out at the gym or taking a long walk in a nature setting. Start creating a positive forward-focused mentality that embraces positive possibilities.

You can build back your confidence by focusing on things you are good at. If you enjoy tennis, keep playing. Youll get your mind off of the latest fear and rage porn in the headlines. It will also make you feel better by doing something you enjoy and excel at. It will remind you that you can power through tough times. Dont take small victories for granted. Celebrate them. You need the little pats on the back to keep you moving forward.

Reach out to people. Science shows that having strong, supportive relationships make you more resilient. Weve all lost a lot of our social connections during the last two years. Now that the pandemic is ebbing, this is a great time to get back in touch with friends, family and co-workers who you havent seen in months or over a year or two.

Think of all of the times you rose to the occasion. Play back in your head highlight reels of your triumphs, even if they are modest. This helps train you to recall that you can deal with tough stuff, get over the hurdles and keep moving forward.

To overcome challenging circumstances, you need to take difficult action. It's okay to take one step at a time. If you lost your job, start writing a rsum. Then, update your LinkedIn profile. Reach out to career coaches and recruiters. Tap into your network and ask if they have any leads for you.

It's important to know that you are not alone. We are all dealing with these frightening events. It wont change what is happening, but at least you can take comfort in the fact that youre not the only one who is feeling down and out.

Make sure that you take care of yourself mentally, emotionally and spiritually. You need to eat well, exercise, get out of your apartment and socialize with people and get a good night's sleep. Avoid indulging in drugs and alcohol as a way to block out the ugly events. If you feel that you need professional help, dont worry about what people may say or thinkseek out someone to speak with.

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