“The best way out is always through.”

– Robert Frost

“Life is not a matter of holding good cards,

– Robert Louis Stevenson

What does it mean to be resilient? The dictionary defines resilience as the power or ability to return to original form, position, etc., after being bent, compressed, or stretched; elasticity.

Life can be like that sometimes. It bends and pressures people, stretches them to their limits, and individuals continue to fight back and react to things even stronger than before. So what does being resilient mean to you? What motivates you to bounce back and overcome struggles that come your way? Share your thoughts on being resilient and what helps you power through…

“Humor is mankind’s greatest blessing”

-Mark Twain

Have you heard the saying that “Laughter is the best medicine?” Well, there might be something to it. Throughout time individuals have sought comedy and amusement to entertain themselves for a variety of reasons. Whether to brighten a mood, lighten up a bad day, or simply just for a good laugh, humor is continuously sought out for its’ contagious and pleasant effects.

It can relieve stress, help someone cope with a difficult situation, and bring happiness to one’s predicament that may have been absent before. Humor provides the possibility to lift one’s spirits and bring people who enjoy a good laugh, together. Perhaps humor is a luxury we’ve been fortunate enough to experience and can continuously share with others. So share a funny moment you’ve had, a time when humor got you through a rough day, or your thoughts on humor being a useful tool…

“To achieve great things, two things are needed: a plan and not quite enough time.”  

 -Leonard Bernstein

Let’s face it; life can be a bit stressful at times. There are days that bring obstacles and glitches that are not expected and not at all welcome in our routine. Our day to day activities can place a certain amount of stress on us, as we tend to pack our hours with as much as we can to fulfill the day’s tasks. Therefore, at the end of the day we may find ourselves overwhelmed and thinking, “How am I supposed to do this again tomorrow?” The mission then assigned to you is this, “What can I do to alleviate some of this stress?”

Relieving the stress you experience at any given time is important in order to combat the next day’s expectations of you. So what do you do when you are feeling stressed? Do you watch a good movie? Take in some fresh air? Or simply talk about the day with someone else who offers a listening ear? Please share your tips on relieving stress…