Elements Explained ⋆ Elements of Resilience ⋆

Elements of Resilience - a framework for resilience

All five Elements of the framework are explained below. Each element is unique and important by itself, yet always interconnected with the others. The central focus is: how can we work towards (more) resilience?

Rhythm

Everything in the natural world has a rhythm. This is so fundamental to life that we often forget its importance.

Some examples include:

Music
Breathing
Day and night
A beating heart
Biological cycles
Weather and climate patterns
Routines and planning
Life stages and death
Synchronicity
Rituals

Motion

Our bodies are made to move. Life is dynamic and therefore change is inevitable. Some examples include:

Physical fitness and health
Movement and sports
Self-expression
Homeostasis
Immobility
Migration
Evolution
Balance
Travel
Play

Nourish

Our bodies need nutrients to survive. Therefore, food easily comes to mind, yet nourishment involves many other aspects.

Some examples include:

Drugs
Sharing
Nutrition
Fermenting
Food sovereignty
The history of food
Feasting and fasting
Personal preferences / diet
The future of food production
The social and cultural aspects of food

Self

We flourish when we can lead a meaningful life, which can imply something different for everyone.

The problem = the solution
Life-long learning
Financial health
Physical health
Mental health
Manifesting
Intuition
Solitude
Identity