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Overcoming Difficult Situations

Active Resilience: Using the 5Cs

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Resilience is not just about bouncing back from challenges; it’s about staying strong and true to ourselves through life’s ups and downs. Inspired by Rachel Thibault’s research, the “5 C’s”—Centration (focusing on simple, grounding tasks), Contemplation (pausing to reflect and gain perspective), Creation (expressing emotions through art), Communion (nurturing meaningful connections), and Contribution (giving and sharing with others)—offer practical ways to strengthen our mental and emotional well-being. By incorporating these intentional practices into our daily lives, we can better navigate difficult times and build lasting resilience.

Littérature scientifique associée

  • Sikorska, I. (2024). Health and Resilience.
    • Sikorska (2024) examines resilience as a dynamic process of adaptation to adversity, drawing from developmental, health, and family psychology, and emphasizing the role of internal and contextual resources.
  • Rüdiger, T. (2022). Resilience, Stress, and Mental Health (pp. 155–168). IGI Global eBooks.
    • Rüdiger (2022) presents resilience as a key psychological skill for managing stress and sustaining mental health, asserting that it can be cultivated through experience, emotional regulation, and self-awareness.

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