Free Monthly Webinar:
Turning Negatives into Positives
Thursday, June 22nd
It can be hard for you or your family to keep a positive outlook through life’s challenges. In this training, participants will learn to build confidence and self-esteem using mindfulness techniques. We’ll also review motivational strategies to facilitate life-long change as well as proactive ways to find the positives.
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Unable to make it to the scheduled webinars?
We have them archived for your convenience. Log onto the website and click on E4 University at the bottom of the home page, then click on Webinars to search by webinar title.
STRENGTHEN FROM THE INSIDE OUT
Resilience is often thought of as bouncing back from adversity, but we can also think of it as bouncing forward-using challenging experiences as opportunities for learning and growth. The following tips are designed to support you in enhancing resilience and reducing stress:
Make a plan to change the things you can. Identifying the things that are within your power to change-and taking action to change them-will allow you to feel both calmer and more empowered. Be sure to create clear action steps with timeframes, detailing what you’ll do and when.
Tune-in to self-talk. We can’t always control what happens in life, but we can control the way we respond-including what we say to ourselves about it. Self-talk is usually subconscious, and it’s typically negative. To change it, tune in and notice what you’re asking or telling yourself, without judgment. Then, look to reframe in a way that’s positive but that also feels authentic to you.
Stress time for self-care. Making time for physical activity, connecting with supportive friends or loved ones, relaxation activities, sleep, and eating well will go a long way in helping to boost resilience. The stronger you’re feeling before a stressor hits, the better you’ll be able to handle it.
Set and maintain boundaries. Practice saying “no” to requests (when possible and appropriate) so that you’ll be able to say “yes” to more of the things you really want to do. Preserve your energy by limiting time spent with people who drain you and instead, spending more time around people and places that make you feel your best.
Attend the webinar. This month be sure to register and attend the webinar, “Turning Negatives into Positives.” By learning to look for the proverbial “silver lining,” you can improve your resilience. A full description and registration information is listed in the sidebar to the right. If you’re unable to attend at any of the times, log on to the website at a later time to view the archived presentation.
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