A resilient person is someone who can adapt well to difficulties, trauma, or sources of stress.
How do resilient people bounce back from challenging experiences while maintaining their physical and emotional wellbeing?
In this activity, we’ll explore what resilience looks like by identifying the eight key skills that resilient people use to navigate tough situations.
View the images
Guess which resilience skill the images represent
Reflect on how this skill can be applied in your work or personal life
Before we start, let’s try an example…
What do these skills mean to you?Who do you know who demonstrates one or more of these skills?
Share any examples of how they showcase these skills.
Maintaining a positive mindset even during challenging times.
Adjusting to change and finding ways to thrive in new circumstances.
Staying calm and composed while working through difficult emotions.
Finding innovative ways to overcome challenges.
Prioritising energy on areas where they can make an impact.
Reflecting on past difficulties and using those lessons for growth.
Transforming setbacks into chances to learn and improve.
Building a support system to share burdens and celebrate successes.
In the What does resilience look like? activity, we explored what resilience is and the skills that can help build it. Now, let’s use what we’ve learned to reflect on our individual strengths, identify areas for development, and how we can support each other as a team.
Take 10 minutes in your groups to:
Team discussion
After 10 minutes, come together as a team to:
We've only scratched the surface of building resilience in this session. If you’d like to explore further, check out these additional resources.
To build and sustain resilience, it’s essential to prioritise your wellbeing and dedicate time to self-care. Here are some practical tips to incorporate into your routine...
Aim for 7–9 hours of quality sleep each night to restore your energy and improve focus.
Engage in regular physical activity to boost your mood and overall health.
Maintain a balanced diet with nutritious meals and stay hydrated throughout the day.
Set aside time for meditation, breathing exercises, or yoga to calm your mind and reduce stress.
Spend quality time with friends and family or build a social support network to stay grounded.
Learn to say no when feeling overwhelmed and protect your time and energy.
Incorporate short, regular breaks throughout your day to rest and avoid burnout.
Limit screen time and take breaks from social media to recharge and refocus.
Spend time doing activities you enjoy or that you're passionate about to nourish your creativity and happiness.
Regularly reflect on things you’re grateful for to cultivate a positive mindset.
Building and maintaining strong relationships is a cornerstone of resilience. Having a support network of people you trust and who support you can make a huge difference in how you navigate challenges.
Don’t forget that you can also join and rely on the support of the various Sky Networks, such as:
Resilience by design is an engaging eLearning journey that takes a deep dive into resilience, focusing on self-care and managing burnout in both personal and professional settings.
The course covers topics such as workplace culture, self-care practises, and daily habits to enhance your wellbeing both at work and at home. It provides practical tools to help you maintain balance, make informed decisions, and foster a sustainable long-term career.
Reflection is a key part of growth and development. Taking time to think back on what you’ve learned helps you focus on the changes you can make.
Take a moment now to reflect on today’s session and think about how you can build on your resilience.
Here are a few ideas to get you started:
What can you do to be more resilient?
Who in the team can you go to for support?
How can you support others in the team?
Where can you find out more about resilience?
Remember: This is just the beginning. You can continue to build on these reflections and bring them to your 1-2-1s for further discussion.
