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Kick Off: What is Resilience?
Kick Off: What is Resilience?
Resilience is commonly described as the ability to bounce back after a stressful event, situation, or other adversity. And yet, some life experiences fundamentally shape or alter who you are, and "bouncing back" isn't attainable or a genuine way to describe resilience. Rather, you can think of resilience as the process of adapting to and making meaning of your current circumstances as they are, taking good care of yourself, and doing your best each day—even if this looks different than the day before. Each person has some ways in which they are already resilient, and resilience is a learned skill that can be further developed.
11:00–12:00 p.m.
LIVE: Building Your Resilience Workshop on PDO
LIVE: Building Your Resilience Workshop on PDO
This interactive workshop with the MCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will empower you with skills to manage adversity, change, and stress. You will practice strategies to nurture your resilience and leave this workshop with the tools to implement a proactive and responsive resiliency plan that works for your life. Register on PDO Course #92522, Section #142923.
12:00–12:45 p.m.
LIVE: Move for Your Mind with WellAware
LIVE: Move for Your Mind with WellAware
Take a midday break to recharge your body and mind. This 45-minute class blends light, accessible movement with mindful breathing to reduce stress, improve focus, and boost overall well-being. Designed for all fitness levels, participants can choose standing or chair-based options—no special equipment required. Moving your body—even in simple ways—has a powerful effect on mood, stress, and concentration. This session is the perfect opportunity to step away from your busy day, reconnect with your body, and return refreshed.
Instructor: Coach Stephanie, NASM-CPT, FNS, CES, YES
Class flow:
Gentle warm-up to release tension
Guided mobility and posture resets
Low-impact movement for circulation and energy
Breathing and mindfulness practices to close
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81884255187?pwd=8i7SyH4IftWPYXKGbwlLZ9ztVypmNw.1
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Recorded: Building Your Resiliency Webinar
Recorded: Building Your Resiliency Webinar
We can all develop and enhance skills to become more resilient. This helps protect your mental health and well-being when adversity happens. Tune into this On-Demand Webinar from the MCPS EAP to practice strategies to nurture your resilience and develop a personal resiliency plan. Closed captioning is available on the recording.
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Independent Practice: How Resilient Are You?
Independent Practice: How Resilient Are You?
As you complete this self-assessment, think about how you usually respond to difficult events or when something unwanted happens in your life.
Remember, your overall resilience may fluctuate depending on your current life circumstances. Practice being honest and kind to yourself as you complete the self-assessment.
Afterwards, consider the following reflection prompts:
In what areas (physical, occupational, intellectual, emotional, social) is your resilience strong at this moment in time? What are you already doing to take care of yourself?
What is one area of growth you want to focus on to nurture your resilience?
Who are the people in your life that support you?
Explore the activities, events, and resources each day this week to further nurture your resilience and care for yourself well.
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Independent Practice: Nurture Your Resilience
Independent Practice: Nurture Your Resilience
Learn about resilience in this article from the National Institutes of Health News in Health.
Important note: Information on this page is for general information purposes only, for adults, and is not intended to replace the counsel or advice of a qualified health professional.
For further questions or help with specific problems or personal concerns, please contact the MCPS Employee Assistance Program. Call 240-740-6500 (Monday–Friday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. year-round).
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