Resilience Ready Programme
Empowering young individuals to thrive in challenging environments by building mental, emotional, and practical resilience skills.
- 4 Days
- No Credits
- Non-NQF
- Non-SAQA
What is resilience and what does it look like in the workspace?
The Resilience Ready programme equips participants with essential tools to foster personal resilience, develop emotional intelligence, and effectively navigate life’s challenges. Designed for young individuals, it focuses on self-awareness, boundary-setting, problem-solving, and promoting healthy, balanced lifestyles.
Programme Objectives
The soft skills that are being addressed over the 4 days that the programme runs, focusses on the following key benefits for participants:
- Develop vital life skills for personal and professional success.
- Build emotional and mental resilience to face challenges confidently.
- Promote self-awareness, healthy relationships, and conflict resolution.
- Address and prevent substance abuse to foster healthier choices.
Who will benefit?
- High School and University Students
- Young Professionals and First-Time Employees
- Youth from Underprivileged or High-Risk Backgrounds
- Youth in Leadership and Personal Development Programmes
- Individuals in Rehabilitation or Support Programmes
- Young Athletes and Performers
Programme Structure
DAY 1: Building Self-Awareness and Emotional Resilience
- Module 1: Coping with Emotions – Building a Relationship with Yourself
- Module 2: Self-Awareness – Engaging with Inner Dialogue
DAY 2: Addressing Substance Abuse and Establishing Boundaries
- Module 3: Substance Abuse - Know When to Ask for Help
- Module 4: Boundaries - Know Your Limits
DAY 3: Enhancing Relationships and Problem-Solving
- Module 5: Relationship Awareness - Is Love Enough?
- Module 6: Conflict Resolution - Anger Is Not the Enemy
DAY 4: Prioritising Self-Care and Well-Being
- Module 7: Self-Care - Achieving Balance in Well-being
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