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On The Plus Side and Resilience

On The Plus Side gives children and adults a safe and fun way to develop positive thinking, see the humour in adversity and find new ways to look at a situation and therefore, its possible solutions.

In Jessie Sholl’s article “The 5 Best ways to Build Resiliency”, she highlights the qualities and traits of resilient people.

Research would indicate that some people are born more resilient than others, however, it is definitely possible to develop resiliency.

Barbara Fredrickson, author of “Positivity “, says for people to develop a more balanced response to life’s situations they are required to:

  • Challenge their reflexive thoughts and self-talk.
  • Create a 3-to-1 ratio of positive to negative experiences “to be able to thrive, be optimally productive and enjoy (their) lives.”

On The Plus Side is a simple yet powerful resource to incorporate easily into your child’s life, whether in the classroom or at home. When played regularly, participants are given the opportunity to practise being positive and flexible in their thinking as they consider each scenario.