resilience – Human Values Institute

When the going gets tough

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. This is regardless of how “tough” or strong we do or do not feel. These are unprecedented times, certainly in our lifetimes. We will get through […]

Set our priorities for 2019

t is a good time of year to reflect on our year and begin to set our priorities for 2019. An important part of the mix is self-care. The better we take care of ourselves, […]

Grief, loss, sadness, and anguish

Grief, loss, sadness, and anguish seem to part of everyday life in America and around the world these days. Wednesday, I visited the Tree of Life synagogue and nearby Jewish Community Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, […]

but not too much!

It is important to believe in ourselves, but not too much! The balance is believing in ourself but not over-inflating into arrogance thinking we are better, smarter, more beautiful than others. Self-confidence inspires us. Humility […]

The role of compassion and mindfulness and how these lead to resilience

Yesterday 160 young men and women entered the medical profession by entering the University of Louisville School of Medicine. We held a White Coat ceremony as a rite of passage for these awesome young bright, […]

‘Wellbeing’

‘Wellbeing’ has now become a household word. But what exactly does it mean? The notion of human flourishing begins to unpack it. Mindfulness is involved; to be in the present observing our inner life. Beyond […]

Resilience is important

Resilience is important in handling all situations. Whether we are praised or blamed, have a good reputation or a bad reputation, have gains or losses, or have pleasure or pain, always remain calm, balanced, and […]

Resilience is the name of the game

Resilience is the name of the game. Combine resilience with genuine compassion, i.e. concern for the wellbeing of others. Living like this, we find meaning; we find happiness. When times get rough, persevere and think […]

When we are performing beneficial activities

In our modern age we tend to lack “stick-to-it-ness.” We need quick fixes. We give up easily. When obstacles arise, we often lack the tenacity to persist and hence develop the habit toward laziness. This […]

2017 Dec 3 Global Leadership Training

Dec. 3, 2017 Global Leadership Training 5th Global Leadership Training “Resilience through Compassionate Mindfulness Cultivating Happiness” 【Date】Dec. 3 Sun. 2017　13:30-18:00（open 13:00) 【Venue】 Unilever Japan MAP Nakameguro GT Tower, 2-1-1, Kami-Meguro, Meguro-ku, Tokyo, Japan 【Lecturer】 Dr. […]