BOOK REVIEW
Resilience
BODY.MIND.SOUL. 21 World Wellbeing Experts Share their Insights Gillian Fish
UNDOUBTEDLY ONE OF THE MOST IMPORTANT ATTRIBUTES to focus on developing at this time would have to be resilience. When challenges arrive that are beyond our comprehension, they can overwhelm us. However, looking back in history, some of the most amazing discoveries and feats of courage have been achieved during times of immense pressure. It seems that the human spirit was made to overcome and rise stronger even when confronted with unsurmountable challenges. If we dig deep and seek spiritual wisdom, we can be surprised at the good that can surface, despite the evil around us. So, what is the key? In the words of Austrian Psychiatrist and Holocaust survivor, Viktor Frankl, who said in Man’s Search for Meaning: “When we are no longer able to change the situation – we are APJ 24
challenged to change ourselves. Between stimulus and response there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom”. Recently I was introduced to an amazing book, seasoned with a collection of heart-warming, wise and incredibly moving thoughts and ideas written by 21 world-leading experts, whom my friend and colleague, Gillian Fish, interviewed for her latest incredible book which she called RESILIENCE. Like all of us, challenged by the devastation of the global pandemic, Gillian reached out for answers for her own life and business. As the founder and CEO of 6amAgency one of the largest and most credible public relations and social media agencies in the health, wellness and
beauty space, Gillian has always been driven by a strong sense of purpose, community and giving back. And out of a desire to reach out to others with support and solutions, RESILIENCE was born. This book is making waves globally and its content has also been presented through interviews and Zoom presentation that have received rave reviews and helpS bring hope to many. For those of us who have had the privilege to possess a copy of this book, it has enriched our lives and given us hope. RESILIENCE is spiced with heartwarming stories, wisdom and amazing wellness advice on which to anchor your thoughts for survival and growth. APJ If you have not purchased it yet, it is a must-have book that is so timely at this present time. You can access your copy from Amazon.