NOTE FROM THE CEO
Do you have resilience? More than a popular buzzword, resilience is the psychological strength to cope with stress and hardship. It’s critically important as we age because it makes us better able to rebuild our lives after setbacks of any kind. The good news is that we all have the ability to develop resilience. The bad news is that we have to earn it by overcoming challenges. The road to resilience is paved with hardship. If you want to continue living an active, engaged life and want to keep having adventures and spending time with those you love—doing what you love—resilience is critical. Unfortunately, having resilience doesn't mean you’ll experience less distress, grief, or anxiety. It just means that you have the healthy coping skills that will allow you to not just bounce back but to emerge stronger than ever. In this issue of the Growing Bolder Digital Digest, Amy Sweezey profiles Chris Ross, a man who originally tried to mask his pain with substance abuse before finding sobriety, a new career, and a new way to make a difference in the lives of others. Ross is a great example of the importance and power of resilience. He’s a great example of Growing Bolder.
The road to resilience is paved with hardship.
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