8 Pillar Resilience Challenge

Weekly challenge for week of 2026-02-16

The Busy Guy

This one addresses a need for extra time with busy people.

This one is dense.  There is a lot going on.  (Post any questions in the comments)

Collect points and record or post your score on Challenge Card.

 Please use the links provided for further clarification if needed.

1.  Be Present. 

     Do a Body/Emotion Fast Scan.   Scan and regulate Body tension/posture and regulate emotion.  (See post in Resources for instructions.)

     1 point per 2 reps.

2.  Be Positive. 

     Positive Reframing exercise.  Practice using this phrase, “What can I learn from this?” Take any personal and recent setback or obstacle.  Small or large.  Write down one lesson that comes from it.

     1 point per rep.

3.  Be Kind. 

     Set a healthy boundary with someone, by using the following 4 ideas or any system you like.

1. Clarity- Clarify the problem to yourself. Decide where to place a personal boundary.

2. Communication- Communicate the boundary plainly and understandably.

3. Consistency- Be consistent with enforcing the boundary.

4. Compassion- Always rely on compassion.  (Be non-reactive and calm)

      1 point per rep

4.  Nurture your Relationships.

     Attempt to coregulate a friend or family member.  (Anxiety to relaxation.  Distracted to engaged, Etc.)

     1 point per rep. (point is for attempt.  It doesn't matter if you are Successful.)

5.  Grow your Mind. 

     Use a tool that will build a Growth Mindset. (Use list in Grow Your Mind Folder for suggestions)

     1 point per rep. (Apply 5 minutes towards the task.)

6. Optimize your Situation. 

    Remove 1 money spending or time spending item no longer needed.

    1 point per rep.

7. Care for your Body. 

    Dim lights 1 to 2 hours before bed.

    1 point per rep.

8. Find your Meaning.  

    Write 2 sentences on a shared value that is important to your family and you.  (Ask them if you get stuck.)(Resources folder has Core Value ideas.)

    2 points per rep.

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