10 years of 'Long she laesie'
This podcast episode titled "Long Will She Laesie" is about the important role of resilience in dealing with adversity in life. Research has shown that resilience is one of the most important traits for becoming happy and learning to cope better with adversity. Niek van den Adel has been an example of this resilience for ten years, as he celebrates his spinal cord injury each year as a milestone in his personal development.
Happiness by accident
Richard and Niek look back on 10 years of learning from adversity with a celebratory touch. Ten years ago was the last time Niek could walk and not have to think about nerve pain. But he discovered that by making changes in his thought patterns, he could strengthen his resilience and better cope with the challenges presented by his spinal cord injury.
Adversity strengthens your resilience
In this special episode, Richard and Niek discuss the similarities between their subject of "Long Will She Laesie" and post traumatic growth syndrome (PTGS). They discuss the changes they have made to learn from adversity and how it has become an essential part of their lives.
They also highlight the importance of resilience in dealing with adversity and how this trait can be developed by making changes in our thinking patterns. Niek is an inspiring example of how you can put a positive spin on your life and develop resilience even after a traumatic event.
The podcast episode "Long Will She Laesie" offers an inspiring look at how resilience can help us cope with adversity and how we can develop this trait. Niek's story shows that it is possible to turn your life around in a positive way after a traumatic event and become stronger than ever before. This episode can be an inspiration for anyone who is dealing with adversity and wants to learn how to develop resilience.
