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How Mental Resilience is Like a Rubber Chicken
A bit of levity as we approach the holidays!
Did you know mental resilience has something in common with a rubber chicken? Let me explain—mental resilience is all about bouncing back from stress and challenges.
Picture this: when life squeezes you, it’s easy to feel like that rubber chicken we’ve all seen—flattened, squished, and maybe even a little silly. But just like that chicken, you have the ability to bounce back to your original form, no matter how much you’ve been stretched.
Now, let’s take a moment to laugh at ourselves. We’ve all had those days where life feels overwhelming—work pressures, personal challenges, maybe a little chaos thrown in for good measure. But it’s in those moments, when we feel like life is squeezing the breath out of us, that we can choose to stay resilient.
And here’s a 'funny fact': according to The Journal of Stress Management, humor itself is a huge tool in building resilience. Laughing at stressful situations can actually reduce cortisol levels and improve your emotional recovery time. Imagine that! The next time you feel stressed, don’t just think like a rubber chicken—act like one, laugh it off, and see how much lighter you feel
How to Use Humor to Build Resilience:
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Laugh at the Little Things
When you make a mistake or face a minor setback, allow yourself to laugh. A 2023 study published in Humor Research shows that people who find humor in everyday situations report higher levels of mental resilience. It’s a mental reset that signals to your brain: I’ve got this.
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Share Your Laughs with Others
Connecting with others through humor helps release tension. Studies from The Journal of Social Psychology have shown that laughter in social settings boosts your mood and enhances emotional resilience.
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Reframe Stress with a Smile
The next time something stressful happens, picture yourself as that rubber chicken—comically resilient. A study in The Journal of Positive Psychology reveals that reframing stressful situations with humor can increase cognitive flexibility, making it easier to adapt to change.
Why This Matters for You
Building mental resilience doesn’t always have to be serious business. Adding humor to your toolkit can help you bounce back faster from challenges, stay mentally flexible, and lighten your load. Life might squeeze you at times, but like that rubber chicken, you’ve got the ability to bounce right back.
If this newsletter gave you a laugh or a new perspective, share it with a friend who might need a smile today. Together, we can all build our resilience and learn to laugh through life’s challenges.
Stay strong through the holidays...!
Isabelle
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