Table 2.
Stress Management and Resiliency Training Program Content Outline
| Topic | Content | Practice |
|---|---|---|
| Part 1: Gratitude | Neurobiology of stress and the
brain Attention training—focusing on positive thoughts (gratitude) Resilience is the core strength you use to lift the load of life |
Morning gratitude Think of 5 people whom you appreciate and send silent gratitude Gratitude jar Write grateful note to yourself and save them in a jar. |
| Part 2: Mindful Presence | Present moment awareness Finding novelty in the ordinary |
Two-minute rule Do not try to change or improve someone for at least the first two minutes you’re together Curious moments Observe what’s around you with mindful attention, with a deeper sense of curiosity. |
| Part 3: Kindness | Changing the brain’s innate
wiring Moving past tendencies of negativity and fear |
Kind attention Use your “kind eyes” to send a silent good wish to others, “I wish you well” |
| Part 4: Resilient Mindset | Interpretation refinement Resilient thinking Reinforcing a positive mindset Live by these timeless principles
|
Build resilient principles into your daily
life Interpret with compassion, assume positive intent Reframe a difficult situation Align your actions with your long-term meaning and purpose Forgive as a gift to yourself |