Description
Book SynopsisProfessional athletes, surgeons, first responders - all perform remarkable feats in the face of intense stress. Whydo they thrive under pressure, while others succumb?
What separates the two is attitude. Resilient people meet adversity head-on and bounce back from setbacks. They seem to naturally exude an inner strength - but studies show that resilience is something that anyone can build. Analyzing the heroic exploits of U.S. Navy SEALs and others who succeed against all odds, Stronger identifies five factors that combine to unlockdeep reserves of personal power:
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Active optimism - believe that you can change things for the better
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Decisive action - you canât succeed if you donât takethe leap
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Moral compass - face any challenge with clear guiding principles
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Relentless tenacity - try, try again
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Interpersonal support - gain strength from those around you
Drawing on the unique perspective of a standout team of authors
Table of Contents
CONTENTS
Foreword xi
Preface xiv
Acknowledgments xxi
Chapter 1: Active Optimism and the Self-Fulfilling Prophecy 1
Chapter 2: The Courage to Be Decisive and Take Personal Responsibility 47
Chapter 3: The Moral Compass: Honesty, Integrity, Fidelity, and Ethical Behavior 83
Chapter 4: Relentless Tenacity: Try, Try Again 129
Chapter 5: Gain Strength from the Support of Others 153
Chapter 6: Lessons Learned About Human Resilience 185
References 201
Index 207
About the Authors 215
