So why is it that some people seem to be more resilient than others? There are a few possible explanations.

• First, some people are just naturally more resilient than others. This may be due in part to genetics and in part to the environment. For example, someone who grew up in a chaotic home environment may be more resilient than someone who grew up in a stable and predictable home because they’ve had to learn how to deal with uncertainty from an early age.
• Second, some people have developed resilience through practice. Like any skill, the more you use it, the better you get at it. This is why people who have faced difficulties in the past are often more resilient than those who haven’t; they’ve had more opportunities to practice bouncing back.
• Finally, some people have learned how to build resilience through formal education or therapy. There are now courses and programs available that teach people how to develop this important skill set.

We all face adversity from time to time; it’s an unavoidable part of life. But how we deal with that adversity can make all the difference in the world. 

Those who are resilient—that is, those who have the ability to bounce back after a difficult experience—tend to fare better in life than those who don’t because they’re better equipped to deal with whatever life throws their way. The good news is resilience can be learned and developed by anyone.