There is no question that the last year has been hard on all of us. But we all have resources that we may not even realize that help us get through difficult times. You have strengths that have helped you make it through, and recognizing them can help you make even better use of them. Psychology Today recently reported that we each have a toolbox that can help us deal with stress, loss, and adversity. The basics start with characteristics like gratitude, humor, and perseverance, but also includes finding meaning in life, having self-compassion, and making high-quality connections with others. How have you used your strengths to get you through hardships, and how can you make better use of them in the future?
