Building Resilience with David Ask
Episode Overview
Understand the difference between grit and resilience. Learn the practice of 'introducing people to themselves'. Recognise the importance of intrinsic motivation. Discover how to create a supportive environment for growth. Embrace your unique purpose and identity.
Resilience is about bouncing back quickly from setbacks.
Get ready to be inspired as Tanya Gioia sits down with David Ask, a resilience coach, entrepreneur, and author of the upcoming book 'Guardians of Grit: Raising Uncrushable Young People'. In this episode of 'Faith Over Addiction', they explore the heart of resilience, identity, and the power of intentional encouragement. David shares his insights on how exhaustion often comes from chasing someone else's dreams instead of embracing who God made us to be.
He introduces a powerful practice called 'introducing people to themselves', which involves recognising and affirming the strengths and virtues in those around us. This approach can boost confidence, emotional security, and foster lifelong resilience. David also distinguishes between grit and resilience, explaining that while grit is about long-term perseverance, resilience is about bouncing back quickly from setbacks. His practical advice on building resilience in both parenting and personal growth is invaluable.
You'll learn how to create a supportive environment that encourages intrinsic motivation and helps individuals discover their unique purpose. This episode is packed with wisdom, humour, and actionable tips that can help you and your loved ones thrive in the face of challenges. Don't miss out on this enlightening conversation!