In this episode of “Mondays with Mike,” Mike Staver discusses the topic of cultivating resilience in the face of constant change and uncertainty. He emphasizes the importance of pressing forward and asking good questions during difficult times. Mike and his producer, Marty, share their insights on how to develop resilience, including being mindful of past successes, embracing discomfort, and learning from failures. They challenge the notion that what doesn’t kill you automatically makes you stronger, highlighting the importance of actively choosing to grow and learn from adversity.
Key Takeaways:
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Cultivating resilience requires pressing forward and asking good questions in difficult times.
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Being mindful of past successes and acknowledging that overcoming adversity is an inevitable part of life can help develop resilience.
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Resilience comes from being present in discomfort and embracing the learning process.
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The phrase “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” is only true if you actively choose to learn and grow from challenges.
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Resilience is not about avoiding discomfort but rather about leaning into it and using it as an opportunity for growth.
Notable Quotes:
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“You cultivate resilience by pressing forward and asking good questions in difficult times.”
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“You can do anything as long as you keep at it.”
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“Resilience comes from the process of being uncomfortable and learning and leaning into that process.”
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