Building Emotional Resilience in Later Years
Why It’s Worth It
Learn effective stress management techniques that promote emotional balance in daily life.
Discover and nurture hobbies that bring you joy, enhancing your overall well-being.
Build meaningful social connections to combat isolation and improve mental health as you age.
Your Learning Roadmap
Introduction to Emotional Resilience
This module sets the stage by defining emotional resilience, discussing the unique challenges and opportunities for later years, and outlining the structure of the course. Learners will gain clarity on what resilience means for their personal and professional lives as they age. Understanding Emotional Resilience Challenges and Opportunities in Later Years Course Overview and Expectations
Foundations of Emotional Intelligence
This module deep dives into emotional intelligence by exploring self-awareness and self-regulation techniques. Learners will understand how recognizing and managing emotions can enhance overall well-being and resilience, referencing insights from Daniel Goleman’s seminal work. Defining Emotional Intelligence Enhancing Self-Awareness and Regulation Practical Applications in Later Life
Stress Management Techniques
This module introduces various stress management techniques, drawing from both modern psychology and frameworks found in books like 'The Resilience Factor.' Participants will learn to identify stress triggers and adopt evidence-based practices such as mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies to manage stress effectively. Identifying Stress Triggers Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques Cognitive Behavioral Strategies
Hobbies and Joyful Activities
This module demonstrates how engaging in hobbies can cultivate joy and serve as a buffer against stress. Drawing inspiration from works like 'Option B', learners will be encouraged to identify and integrate activities that foster a sense of purpose, joy, and social connection. The Role of Hobbies in Well-Being Identifying and Exploring Personal Interests Scheduling and Sustaining Enjoyable Activities Social and Creative Outlets
Building Social Connections
This module covers strategies to forge and sustain meaningful connections as one ages. Utilizing insights from multiple resilience studies and community psychology, learners will discover the vital role of social bonds in sustaining mental health and counteracting isolation. Understanding Social Connectivity Overcoming Isolation Enhancing Community and Digital Engagement
Adaptive Mindset and Growth
This final module centers on developing an adaptive and growth-oriented mindset. Drawing from Carol Dweck’s ideas in 'Mindset', it encourages learners to continuously challenge themselves, embrace change, and practice resilience as an evolving process. Embracing Change and Uncertainty Cultivating a Growth Mindset Integrating Resilience into Daily Life
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Self-paced learning allows you to fit it into your schedule
Practical exercises promote active application of concepts
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Deep dives into stress management and joy-building hobbies
Access to emotional resilience strategies based on proven psychological research