Resilient by Rick Hanson with Forrest Hanson Summary
Overview of Resilient
Discover neuroscience-backed tools to build unshakable resilience from NYT bestseller Dr. Rick Hanson. Endorsed by Mark Hyman as transformative, this book reveals 12 inner strengths that combat your brain's negativity bias. What if mental toughness could be systematically developed?
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Building an Unshakable Core: The Science of Lasting Resilience
Imagine having an inner fortress that withstands life's fiercest storms while allowing you to flourish during peaceful times. This isn't wishful thinking - it's resilience, and it can be systematically developed through practices that literally rewire your brain. Unlike quick-fix approaches that fade with time, resilience-building creates lasting change by transforming your nervous system at its foundation. The beauty of this approach lies in its integration of ancient wisdom with cutting-edge neuroscience - showing not just what to practice, but how these practices physically reshape your brain to build enduring inner strength.
The Compassionate Foundation: Being on Your Own Side
Mindfulness and Attention: Steering Your Brain's Development
HEAL: The Learning Process That Changes Your Brain
Grit and Agency: Finding Strength in Adversity
Cultivating Joy and Gratitude
Connection and Calm: Building Resilience in Relationships
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"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
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"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
"Instead of endless scrolling, I just hit play on BeFreed. It saves me so much time."
"I never knew where to start with nonfiction—BeFreed’s book lists turned into podcasts gave me a clear path."
"Perfect balance between learning and entertainment. Finished ‘Thinking, Fast and Slow’ on my commute this week."
"Crazy how much I learned while walking the dog. BeFreed = small habits → big gains."
"Reading used to feel like a chore. Now it’s just part of my lifestyle."
"Feels effortless compared to reading. I’ve finished 6 books this month already."
"BeFreed turned my guilty doomscrolling into something that feels productive and inspiring."
"BeFreed turned my commute into learning time. 20-min podcasts are perfect for finishing books I never had time for."
"BeFreed replaced my podcast queue. Imagine Spotify for books — that’s it. 🙌"
"It is great for me to learn something from the book without reading it."
"The themed book list podcasts help me connect ideas across authors—like a guided audio journey."
"Makes me feel smarter every time before going to work"
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