Strengths-Based Resilience - A Positive Psychology Program (Paperback)

Informed by rigorous research from positive psychology, cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness, the Strengths-Based Resilience (SBR) program helps participants cultivate resilience in the face of different adverse life phases, whether it is challenges in higher education, work, relationships, or more. While it may not be possible to eliminate the risks, setbacks, and challenges participants face in life, they can enhance their use of strengths and learn new skills to deal with them. The 14-module SBR program helps clients to build resilience through a series of evidence-based skills. Core modules focus on: Integrating mindfulness, relaxation, and gratitude into daily selfcare routines Developing a personal story of resilience Learning a more flexible thinking style Identifying and using strengths to solve problems Incorporating slowness and savoring Practicing positive communication for healthier relationships Contributing to community by learning to act altruistically Pursuing a sense of meaning by exploring past and future selves This color-illustrated manual is clearly structured, providing step-by step instructions, and listing the practice elements and goals of each Module. This manual is an essential resource for all mental health practitioners wanting to help their client's build resilience. A separate companion workbook is available for clients.