What skills were you taught when it comes to dealing with life's challenges?

[therising]

Hi to all reading this

I'm interested to hear if anyone was ever taught a set of life skills, in overcoming challenges (big or small). Whenever I've asked such a question, I'm typically met with a brief pause before the realisation 'I suppose I wasn't really taught anything like that'. Most people will say that, as kids, they were told to 'Just get on with things' or given a 'You'll be right' kind of encouragement and that's it, with no real guidance. I've also met a couple of people who have told me that such skills can't be taught (they don't exist).

So, what strategies were you taught when it comes to accepting and rolling with the challenges, whether those challenges are welcomed or not?

-M-

[therising]

Hi LT

My daughter is in year 10 studying psychology and she loves it with a great passion. I'm more of a self-educator, currently in love with a book written by Joe Dispenza ('Becoming Supernatural'). It's a bit of an 'East meets West' book in regard to the mind, body, energy thing. Never in a million years would I have imagined having exciting conversations with my child about epigenetics, the role of the autonomic nervous system and such. I imagine you would agree that we come with so much power yet unfortunately no instruction manual on how to use it.

You sound like a deeply compassionate thinker; traits of someone who is a good listener. The world of psychology is most fortunate and blessed to have you on board!

Take care of yourself LT

[therising]

Hi Nat

I've been accused many times of being a serious waffler myself, with my husband occasionally saying 'Can I just have the Reader's Digest version?!' (of what I want to say). Personally, I like to replace the word waffler with 'passionately expressive'. Do you like that (insert laughter here)?! I see no saga or waffling present in your passionate message Nat, just great advice.

-Being of service to others definitely provides much food for the soul. A shame there's not more of it around these days.

-I love the stand up for yourself strategy. I will teach it to my son (the 3 warnings). He's copped a little bullying over the years and this year seems somewhat worse, with him having entered into year 7 in a whole new environment. It's something I seriously need to get on top of as he's a beautiful sensitive kid who questions himself and his perceived 'weakness' more than he questions others. This sort of thinking is often fuel for depression if left unaddressed. Thanks Nat, I'll speak to him today about the new strategy. I know he will be deeply grateful for your help.

-Conflict can be a torturous thing, a war between 2 or more ways of thinking. I have found, whether the conflict is external or internal, resolution is a must in the quest for peace. I believe that much internal conflict is a result of us holding onto outdated beliefs whilst new ones call for us to think and act in ways we are not accustomed to. The war between the 2 ensues until we choose a side which promotes our evolution. I'm happy to hear that your husband's family is helping you evolve through skills in eliminating conflict.

Nat, I must say, you sound like an absolute champion of the people, with some fine role models having set a great example. You're an inspiration.

Take care of yourself and thanks again

[therising]

Aww, you're beautiful Ruth! Sending another hug your way!

[Lee lee 73]

Hello therising,

I found your thread 💜 (just letting you know ).

Lee xx