We all come across an obstacle that slows us down. It may seem unfair to us that we have to deal with these issues at all. However, it is important to see obstacles or challenges as an opportunity to learn and grow. Overcoming obstacles builds character, and going through challenges is an important life skill to have for your future. But how do we overcome adversity? Well, this week, the group got together once again to find out the answer. This week, we are learning how to overcome adversity.
Set to Go is a website focused on guiding young adults transitioning from high school to college and beyond. While the site itself is focused on academics, they have guides, tips, and more that can be used by just about anyone. On the site is a webpage, "Coping With Adversity," a post that not only defines and explains adversity itself but also gives great instructions and/or advice on how to make sure adversity doesn't stop you in your tracks. The link can be found below, under the Resources tab.
Try this following activity to help change your thinking into positive thoughts. Here are a few examples of what the power of positive replacement thoughts can do:
Negative Thought: I don't matter.
Positive Thought: I do matter.
NT: I never won an award.
PT: I'll work harder starting today.
NT: I will never be as popular as celebrities.
PT: I may not be a celebrity, but I can be great in my own way.
Author,
Jeremy Hayer
Resources:
The SPAN Youth Chat: the-span-youth-chat
Set To Go - Coping with Adversity: https://www.settogo.org/coping-with-adversity/
Youth-Focused Videos: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLGXju3IK5UOWXGDV1Fzfrc2DJuDDqOKTu
Subscribe to SPAN's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/SPANAdvocacy
Link to SPAN's website: https://spanadvocacy.org/
Link to SPAN’s Youth In the Know Resource Page: Youth in the Know
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