Jeff Zazel on Building Resilience and Finding Purpose Beyond Recovery
Episode Overview
Resilience involves bouncing back from adversities and being willing to learn and adapt. Intellectual curiosity and gratitude play crucial roles in developing resilience. Embracing humour, spirituality, altruism, and self-care can enhance one's resilience. Social relationships and a sense of purpose are key factors in promoting resilience. Resilience is about making something good out of challenging situations and appreciating the journey of overcoming obstacles.
Resilient people look at the not so good things and say, you know what, I'm going to make something good about this. Something good can happen out of something bad.
What does it take to bounce back from life's toughest moments? In this episode of Friends In Recovery, Jeff Zazel sits down with Jersey Ed to share his journey and thoughts on resilience and grit. Jeff, a seasoned podcaster, delves into the critical role mentors play in guiding us through various life challenges. Drawing inspiration from Viktor Frankl, he discusses how resilience isn't just about surviving adversity but thriving despite it.
Jeff's approach is practical and heartfelt, touching on the importance of intellectual curiosity, gratitude, and continuous self-improvement. He uses real-life stories and historical examples to show how humor, spirituality, altruism, and self-care can be powerful tools in building a resilient mindset. This episode isn't just for those in recovery; it's for anyone looking to navigate life's ups and downs with grace and strength.
Whether you're seeking inspiration or practical advice, Jeff's insights offer a refreshing perspective on living a fulfilling life beyond recovery.