Building Emotional Resilience

Explore the concept of emotional resilience with licensed psychologist, keynote speaker, and author Guy Winch in this insightful conversation with New York Times health and science writer Pam Belluck. Delve into common experiences like loneliness, failure, and heartbreak, examining why psychological injuries are often downplayed and how society values physical health over mental well-being. Gain practical tools for building emotional hygiene and resilience, including strategies for staying focused, using humor, learning new skills, connecting with others, and managing anger. Discover the benefits of mindfulness meditation, writing therapy, and creating new rituals while adapting to remote work and virtual connections. Learn how to navigate the challenges of unprecedented times, find silver linings, and make time for both celebration and grief in this comprehensive discussion on emotional health.

Introduction
A tumultuous and unprecedented time
What is emotional health
Emotional health in society
Silver linings
John Lewis
Staying Focused
Teaching Moment
Humor
Learn something different
Connect with others
Overcommunicate
New rituals
Anger
Control
Motivation
Mindfulness Meditation
Writing as Therapy
Working from Home
Connecting Virtually
Making time to celebrate joy and grieve