Are you Resilient?

I have not blogged in weeks, due in part to being a procrastinator....(a habit I am really trying to break), but I ran across an article in the newspaper that struck a nerve in me.  It was an article on resilient people.  The common traits of resilient people that the article mentioned are as follows:

• They adapt easily to change.
• They take control of their lives.
• They bounce back after hardship.
• They have close, dependable relationships.
• They remain optimistic.
• They don't give up.
• They think clearly under pressure.
• They see humor in all situations.
• They are self-confident and strong.
• They can handle uncertainty and unpleasant feelings.
• They know where to turn for help.
• They like challenges and feel comfortable taking the lead.
• They believe things happen for a reason.

Being resilient does not mean that you don't get angry or frustrated or frightened.  Instead, it's about what you do when you are angry, frustrated or frightened.  It's about how you react to stress and adversity.  Resilient people have a knack for rolling with the punches.

With all of that being said.....are you resilient?  I can say that for the most part I am resilient,  due to my strong faith in God.  I believe that what does not kill you will make you stronger, and that even when the going gets rough, God has my back and will carry me when I cannot stand on my own two feet.