Module 1

Storyboarding, Core Framework and
Foundations

In this module, you'll learn...

This module introduces the core framework of the course, based on developing a personal resilience toolkit of Self-Helps SSRIs (Strategies, Strengths, Resources and Insights). Foundational practices, such as storyboarding and mapping influences, are introduced. A central theme is exploring how we help others deal with dips, with self- help tools that help them find the upslope of recovery.

Module 2

Emotional First-Aid

In this module, you'll learn...

What helps us deal with emotional storms and distress? This module draws on advances in neuroscience that help us understand the impact of our nervous system on how we think, feel and act. Applying emotional intelligence strategies, we look at ways to listen to and benefit from our feelings, while also being able to weather emotional upset. Emotional First-Aid practices are introduced that we can teach people to settle themselves when feeling distressed. We’ll look at useful elements in a crisis drill, drawing on self-compassion, mindfulness and ACT (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy).

Module 3

Thinking Flexibly, Self-Help Cognitive Therapy

In this module, you'll learn...

Cognitive Therapy is of proven benefit in treating depression and anxiety. This module introduces a self-help form of cognitive therapy based on applying three thinking skills taught in the Penn Resilience Program. We’ll look at using the ABC Thinking Check tool to increase awareness of the impact of the way we think, as well as nudge ourselves or those we work with to explore new perspectives.

Module 4

Overload Management, Dealing with Stress

In this module, you'll learn...

This module introduces the human function curve as a way of helping understand the relationship between pressure and performance. We’ll look at what happens to our bodies and minds when we’re in overload, recognizing how breathing and relaxation practices act on our physiology to help settle symptoms of stress. We’ll also look at practical strategies to tackle overload when too many plates are being spun.

Module 5

Problem-Solving Strategies, Cultivating Creative Responses

In this module, you'll learn...

Problem Solving Training has been shown to be as effective as antidepressants in the treatment of depression, though you don’t need to be depressed in order to benefit. We’ll look at how to cultivate creative thinking, strengthen frustration tolerance and use structured problem-solving processes that help open up new pathways forward in areas where we, or those we work with, have been feeling stuck.

Module 6

Strengthening Support, Resilience in Relationships

In this module, you'll learn...

This module looks at how to help people strengthen their support networks and nourish the relationships that sustain them. We identify at common obstacles to asking for, and receiving support, as well as ways to help our clients through these. Moving from personal to interpersonal resilience, we look at what helps us deal with bumpy patches between people or in teams, and repair relationships when they go wrong.

Module 7

Stickability Part 1 – Helping Resilience Habits Stick

In this module, you'll learn...

Much of what is communicated in training courses is likely to be forgotten within a short period of time. How can we increase the chances that the benefits of this course, or the wellbeing interventions we offer, will endure? This module looks at the maintenance stage of change and explores ways of planting resilience habits so that they are more likely to stick.

Module 8

Stickability Part 2 -
Follow-up Review

In this module, you'll learn...

An opportunity to review learning after a period of reflective practice (and an optional reflective practice project) to apply the tools we've looked at.