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I have previously posted about the positive attributes of experiencing the risk factor associated with life’s challenges and growth. Sometimes a byproduct of taking risk is how people handle adversity, specifically their ability to be resilient and bounce back from unexpected setbacks (e.g., curveballs). A resiliency update.

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Unfortunately, due to another medical emergency, my resiliency is once again being put to the test. Consequently, I went into my archives of motivational pearls of wisdom to lift my spirits. Two contemporaries I value are Japanese violinist Daishin Kashimoto, concertmaster (since 2009) with the Berlin Philharmonic often recognized as the world’s finest orchestra and Twyla Tharp, American dancer, choreographer, writer. Their mantra No risk, no fun!”

To further adapt to my latest round of adversity I have begun studying Roman history and reading excerpts from Meditations written by emperor Marcus Aurelius who ruled the world 1050 AD. His philosophy of stoicism has been gaining recent popularity: “You have power over your mind – not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength. Life depends upon the quality of your thoughts.”

Some daily resiliency wisdom which gets me through each morning: “Everything you worry about is much smaller than you make it in your head.”

Opinions welcomed!