Oh hey there!
How's your week been?
I don’t know about you, but I feel like the world is throwing a lot at us right now!
Whether it’s economic uncertainty, political shifts, industry changes, restructures, or just the general unpredictability of running a team or a business, there is a LOT to process.
In times like these, the word resilience gets thrown around a lot. And I think it's really important that, in order to be a bit more resilient, that we actually get really clear on what resilience is and isn't.
Resilience is not about gritting your teeth and pushing through, and it’s not about enduring stress until it passes or pretending everything is fine.
Real resilience is about adaptability. It’s about shifting our thinking, finding new ways to move forward, and making adjustments rather than just absorbing the pressure.
As a coach and trainee psychotherapist, I see this come up all the time. And, as someone running a small business myself, I feel it too. It’s easy to let my brain slip into catastrophising mode - seeing every challenge as a potential disaster, every change as a threat. Just like all of us, my mind loves certainty, and when that’s in short supply, it can feel overwhelming.
So, what should we do when it feels like the proverbial shizzle is hitting the fan? Well, instead of resisting change or fearing the unknown, maybe it's time to focus on what we CAN do rather than what we can’t?
- If finances feel uncertain, how can we adjust, streamline, or innovate?
- If an industry shift is affecting business, how can we position ourselves to meet new needs?
- If a restructuring is on the horizon, how can we stay open to possibilities rather than fearing the worst?
For me, resilience often starts with pausing before reacting. Taking a breath before my mind spirals into worst-case scenarios. Asking myself:
- What’s actually happening right now?
- What’s within my control?
- What could I do differently?
- What’s the next best step?
When I first started my business, someone said a beautiful line to me: "when nothing is certain, anything is possible". I don't think that kind of thinking ever really left me. Maybe you're being presented with an opportunity - not the closure of a door.
Maybe right now is simply about adapting, evolving, and allowing yourself to shift with what’s happening.
If you think your team would benefit from resilience training, take a look at our programmes.
Have a wonderful week, friends.
Cate
Oh hey there!
How's your week been?
I don’t know about you, but I feel like the world is throwing a lot at us right now!
Whether it’s economic uncertainty, political shifts, industry changes, restructures, or just the general unpredictability of running a team or a business, there is a LOT to process.
In times like these, the word resilience gets thrown around a lot. And I think it's really important that, in order to be a bit more resilient, that we actually get really clear on what resilience is and isn't.
Resilience is not about gritting your teeth and pushing through, and it’s not about enduring stress until it passes or pretending everything is fine.
Real resilience is about adaptability. It’s about shifting our thinking, finding new ways to move forward, and making adjustments rather than just absorbing the pressure.
As a coach and trainee psychotherapist, I see this come up all the time. And, as someone running a small business myself, I feel it too. It’s easy to let my brain slip into catastrophising mode - seeing every challenge as a potential disaster, every change as a threat. Just like all of us, my mind loves certainty, and when that’s in short supply, it can feel overwhelming.
So, what should we do when it feels like the proverbial shizzle is hitting the fan? Well, instead of resisting change or fearing the unknown, maybe it's time to focus on what we CAN do rather than what we can’t?
- If finances feel uncertain, how can we adjust, streamline, or innovate?
- If an industry shift is affecting business, how can we position ourselves to meet new needs?
- If a restructuring is on the horizon, how can we stay open to possibilities rather than fearing the worst?
For me, resilience often starts with pausing before reacting. Taking a breath before my mind spirals into worst-case scenarios. Asking myself:
- What’s actually happening right now?
- What’s within my control?
- What could I do differently?
- What’s the next best step?
When I first started my business, someone said a beautiful line to me: "when nothing is certain, anything is possible". I don't think that kind of thinking ever really left me. Maybe you're being presented with an opportunity - not the closure of a door.
Maybe right now is simply about adapting, evolving, and allowing yourself to shift with what’s happening.
If you think your team would benefit from resilience training, take a look at our programmes.
Have a wonderful week, friends.
Cate
