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SUCCESS Introduction and Guide
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SUCCESS Module 1 - Positivity
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Positive Emotions
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – BBT
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Expressing Gratitude
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Mindsets
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Positive Connections
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Flow
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – Workplace Research Findings of Positivity
- Positivity – Theoretical Background – References
- Positivity Short Quiz
- Positivity – Beginner Lesson Plans
- Positivity – Intermediate Lesson Plans
- Positivity – Advanced Lesson Plans
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SUCCESS Module 2 - Character Strengths
- Character Strengths – Theoretical Background – Introduction
- Character Strengths – Theoretical Background – Classification of Character Strengths
- Character Strengths – Theoretical Background – Research Findings Relating to Employability & Workplace Outcomes
- Character Strengths – Theoretical Background – The Principles of Strengths-Based Practice
- Character Strengths – Theoretical Background – References
- Character Strengths Quiz
- Character Strengths – Beginner Lesson Plans
- Character Strengths – Intermediate Lesson Plans
- Character Strengths – Advanced Lesson Plans
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SUCCESS Module 3 - Resilience
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – Introduction
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – The Seven Key Ingredients of Resilience
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – Characteristics of a Resilient Person
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – Research Findings Relating to Employability & Workplace Outcomes
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – Research Findings Relating to Employability & Workplace Outcomes (Cont.)
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – Research on Broaden & Build Theory
- Resilience – Theoretical Background – References
- Resilience Short Quiz
- Resilience – Beginner Lesson Plans
- Resilience – Intermediate Lesson Plans
- Resilience – Advanced Lesson Plans
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SUCCESS Module 4 - Meaning of Life
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – Introduction
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – The Person-Specific Nature of Meaning
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – The Benefits of Meaning Making
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – Research Findings Relating to Employability & Workplace Outcomes
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – Finding Balance Between The Personal & Professional Life
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – Finding & Developing Meaning
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – Using Mindfulness to Develop Meaning
- Meaning of Life – Theoretical Background – References
- Meaning of Life Quiz
- Meaning of Life – Beginner Lesson Plans
- Meaning of Life – Intermediate Lesson Plans
- Meaning of Life – Advanced Lesson Plans
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Complete SUCCESS Guide
Resilience – Theoretical Background – Introduction
Introducing Resilience
A variety of diverse definitions of the construct of resilience have been postulated within the field of psychological research. The original derivation of the term comes from the Latin word “resilio”, which means bounce back or rebound from adversity. Over time, this definition has been built upon and expanded within the psychological literature in an effort to completely encapsulate the nuanced nature of the construct. In a review of the broad literature pertaining to the construct of resilience, Meredith et al. (2011) determined that the definitions of resilience presented in the research tended to diverge on whether they emphasized (i) an individual’s basic abilities, (ii) the ability to adapt to adversity, (iii) the documentation of demonstrable positive alterations made in the aftermath of challenges or setbacks.
Though, some questions remain around whether resilience is manifested in the form of adaptation within adversity or growth in the aftermath of adversity, Fikretoglu and McCreary (2012) indicate that the majority of definitions underline the need for a resilient individual to exhibit signs of positive adjustment in the aftermath of adversity, thereby leading Britt, Sinclair and McFadden (2013) to classify resilience as the “demonstration of positive adaptation in the face of significant adversity”.
However, the confinement of resilience to representing those attitudinal and behavioural responses which occur in the face of significant adversity neglects to account for the concept of everyday resilience, which Masten (2001) described quite eloquently as “ordinary magic”. Everyday resilience pertains to those constructive responses and coping strategies exhibited by individuals whilst managing the day to day stressors which have the potential to impose a disruptive influence upon our daily routines (Richardson, 2002). Garcia-Dia et al. (2013) stressed that resilience also allows the individual to move beyond the aim of mere survival within adversity and facilitates individuals in thriving, even in the midst of difficulties and challenges.