At some point in our lives, we all face setbacks and things that come along and blindside us. Some of these challenges may be minor, while others can have a major impact.

In this module we have highlighted that resilient people are able to use their skills and strengths to cope and recover, whereas those lacking resilience can be overwhelmed by these experiences and simply fall apart. They may find themselves dwelling on problems and using unhealthy coping mechanisms.

By working on the simple tips here and through a fuller review of the suggested further reading, you will find your personal resilience increasing. This will not happen overnight, but it is something that you can work on and develop. In this fast-paced world, and especially in periods of extreme pressure, few would argue that this is an essential skill for both our professional and personal lives.The next step is put these ideas into action.

Record your learning

Use this learning as one of your CPD entries for your revalidation. Use these questions to formulate your CPD entry:

What have you learned by completing this module?

How have you applied the learning?

How will the learning benefit the people using your services?

You can record and save your CPD entry onto your own personal learning log at p3pharmacy.co.uk/revalidation