LWM Staff Writers
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LWM Staff Writers
Resilience isn’t innate; it’s a skill developed through experience. According to Dr. Lucy Hone, co-director of the New Zealand Institute of Wellbeing and Resilience, “Resilient people don’t bounce back from adversity; they move through it with purpose and strength.”
Let’s explore how these 9 challenges can shape you into someone more resilient than most.
In life, we cross paths with many people, but only a few leave a lasting imprint. Some relationships help us grow, others challenge us, and a rare few change us forever. These three kinds of relationships shape who we become and teach us the most profound lessons about life and love. Understanding the purpose each one serves can help us appreciate these connections and nurture them in a way that transforms us for the better.
Here are the three life-changing relationships we all need and how each one makes us who we are.
Friendship is one of the most fulfilling relationships we experience in life, bringing joy, support, and a sense of belonging. But not all friendships are alike—each one fills a unique role that shapes who we are and who we become. Recognizing the different types of friends we have can help us appreciate each relationship for what it brings and nurture them accordingly.
When we experience heartbreak, it can feel as painful as any physical wound. And that’s not just a metaphor—research shows that our brain processes heartbreak similarly to physical pain. In many ways, losing love is like facing a real, tangible loss, one that can leave us grappling with a profound sense of emptiness and hurt. …
“We’re not perfect, but we are perfect for each other. She is my soulmate and the best friend I’ve ever had.”
“The scariest moments of my life so far have been seeing my baby having this reaction. Knowing this could happen again, and possibly with a worse outcome is terrifying.”
“Then came the biggest surprise of all.”
“Please reconsider the use of bunk beds/loft beds for your kids, even with a safety rail.”
“A few days later we pulled into the foster home and met our son for the first time. There are no words that can truly explain that experience, but I can say it is possible to love someone you just met.”
“I kept my own grief bottled up inside. Months and months later it just comes crashing back like a wave in the ocean and you can’t catch your breath.”
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