9/11

A "Tribute in Lights," New York City, Sept. 11, 2008

Resilience is the ability to work with adversity in such a way that one comes through it unharmed or even better for the experience. Resilience means facing life’s difficulties with courage and patience – refusing to give up. It is the quality of character that allows a person or group of people to rebound from misfortune, hardships and traumas.


Resilience is rooted in a tenacity of spirit—a determination to embrace all that makes life worth living even in the face of overwhelming odds. When we have a clear sense of identity and purpose, we are more resilient, because we can hold fast to our vision of a better future.


Much of our resilience comes from community—from the relationships that allow us to lean on each other for support when we need it.

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Quoted (here)

New York Presbyterians remember 9/11 (here).