Do I model resilience when things go wrong?
Resilience inspires perseverance.
“Fall seven times and stand up eight.” – Japanese Proverb
Context and Insight
Teams mirror leaders’ reactions to adversity.
Why This Matters for Servant Leadership
Servant leaders normalize bouncing back, creating hopeful, adaptive teams.
Personal Application
- Share a story of overcoming adversity.
- Use “we will overcome” language in challenges.
- Create a resilience plan with your team.
Invitation
Encourage one person facing hardship today.
Related Topics
- Growth Mindset
- Hope
- Emotional Strength
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