I've been struck by the difference between starting anew and returning to begin again. As the mother of an equestrian, I can't help but think about the difference between watching my child learning and trying new fence heights and courses verses getting back on after an unplanned dismount.
For me getting back on the horse...
is not figurative, it's a literal act.
It requires courage + reflective and analytical correction.
Courage is critical, but it can't stand alone. Reflective, analysis isn't enough either.
Courage alone doesn't help you beyond hoisting your leg over the horses' back and remounting,
to move forward into a space of potential success the rider must analyze what happened and take corrective measures.
I'm amazed by the life lessons worked out as I watch the equestrian experience, the metaphors are unmistakable.
For my non-horsey readers, I've come across the following video, another metaphor for resiliency, beginning again.
http://www.oprah.com/own-shaniatwain/Shanias-Courage
I was amazed that this incredibly successful artist seems to experience beginning again with the same fear many of us share, the fear of failure. I've learned that Shania overcame family tragedy and poverty to experience success the first time, only to be faced with beginning again following the collapse of her marriage.
I am more convinced than ever that the formula for resiliency is...
courage + analysis = resiliency
You too can be resilient
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