What does that mean?
1.00 - 2.99 - Low resilience
Low resilience: Individuals with a low resilience score may struggle with a lack of personal and social competence and may find it difficult to adapt to changing circumstances and setbacks. They may experience high levels of stress, anxiety, and hopelessness when faced with challenging situations. Low resilience scores may indicate a need for additional support or intervention to help build resilience and coping skills.
Tips to keep building:
- Consider seeking out help or support from a therapist, counselor, or other mental health professional.
- Practice self-compassion and positive self-talk to counteract negative self-beliefs and build confidence.
- Focus on building coping skills and gradually exposing oneself to difficult situations to increase confidence and resilience over time.
3.00 - 4.30 - Normal resilience
Normal resilience: Individuals with a normal resilience score generally have a moderate level of personal and social competence and are able to adapt to some degree to changing circumstances and setbacks. They may experience some stress or anxiety in difficult situations but are generally able to cope effectively and find ways to overcome challenges. Normal resilience scores may be indicative of typical levels of resilience for the general population.
Tips to keep building:
- Focus on building and maintaining strong relationships in your community to increase social support.
- Develop healthy coping mechanisms, such as exercise or creative outlets, to manage stress and increase resilience.
- Seek out new challenges and opportunities to learn and grow, while also acknowledging and celebrating successes along the way.
4.31 - 5.00 - High resilience
High resilience: Individuals with a high resilience score tend to have a strong sense of personal and social competence and are able to adapt to changing circumstances and setbacks with relative ease. They are often able to maintain a positive outlook and find meaning and purpose in challenging situations. High resilience scores may indicate a greater overall sense of well-being and ability to handle stress.
Tips to keep building:
- Practice mindfulness and self-care regularly to maintain a positive mindset and reduce stress.
- Set realistic goals and challenge yourself to try new things to continue building your confidence and competence.
- Build and maintain strong social support networks through regular communication and engagement with family, friends, and community.