Here's how you can debunk common misconceptions about resilience in the workplace.

Resilience is an admirable characteristic because it means bouncing back in the face of adversity. Resilient people DO get knocked down, but they get up again quickly and with vigor. It's all about how you respond in the face of forces working against you. Resilience is built with learning. Each time you are faced with a difficulty, you learn how to overcome such things more quickly. Resilience is about learning, growing and remaining consistently strong and sure-footed in your recovery from challenges. We all face difficult situations. We act with resilience when we are able to demonstrate recovery with confidence. No one stays down for long. Even those who get knocked out by a "champ" still get back up eventually. This is resilience.

Resilience is about recognising that we are all human - not everything we do is perfect so we need to find ways to try, to learn what went well/areas we could improve and go try again. At its heart, resilience is about reframing when things go wrong - rather than dwelling on the problem/mistakes recognise it just means you tried and didnt get it right yet. It does not mean you wont get it right next time or in the future. Resilience is about taking the problem and being clear what you learned and will take forward.

Resilience is about pushing through every day, not giving up and staying true to your values. Resilience is about spirit, never letting your standards slip and doing your best every single day.

There is a famous saying no man is an island. We need other people to interact with and learn from. If you are working on a problem, learning to share it with a buddy or colleague enables you get support - hear how they approached a similar ask or situation, collect options sometimes they are things you may not have thought of, get their support as you go forward with the task - sharing how its working and getting their thoughts so you can tweak it to be even better. Its also about those times where talking to someone else helps reinforce for yourself that the approach you are taking should work well/is the right path - giving you confidence to keep going.

The first time you do anything it can be daunting but each subsequent time is easier because you have learned what works, you over time develop short cuts etc. The saying practice makes perfect is so true - each time we do a similar task, we develop processes/systems to get it done quicker as we learn what works or not. We learn more about how to understand the situation, what to watch out for, and how to communicate where we are in terms of process. Applying past learnings, considering new learning is what gives us confidence that we can do it.

What doesn't bend breaks. Part of being resilient is being able to adapt when things don't go your way. Be open to feedback from people and situations so that you can refine your approach and ultimately go the distance.

Resilience is certainly not about constant positivity. Being resilient is recognising when things are not working out according to the plan and finding a new way to get around the problem.

Resilience is about adapting to whatever is going on, new challenges etc. Its about recognising what you control v don't control and understanding intervention required. Sometimes it is hard, you do feel uncertain or upset when things go wrong so resilience is about knowing when to take a break even if its 5 mins for coffee or going for a walk. Those breaks can enable you reset and get ready to go again! Resilience is also about recognising the small wins - note them each small step moves you forward.

Resilience is not about perfection - its about understanding what works or not and small steps you can take to learn from what happened - continue or adapt and move forward

Interested in boosting your resilience at work? Start by debunking common myths, such as the idea that resilience is purely about enduring stress. True resilience involves adapting to challenges and learning from setbacks. Develop a growth mindset that views difficulties as opportunities to improve. Cultivate a support network that encourages dialogue about challenges, and don't hesitate to seek resources or help when needed. Strengthening these aspects can transform your approach to challenges, making you more adaptable and robust in your career.