Resilient people tend to maintain a(n) ____ but ____ attitude, and rely upon their own ____.
A) optimistic; realistic; inner moral compass
B) positive; cautious; gut feel
C) confident; respectful; wits
D) energetic; composed; abilities
E) chill; focused; karma
Which is typically true of resilient people?
A) confront their fears indirectly
B) believe they are chosen by God
C) shun excessive social support
D) are active problem solvers
E) avoid religious or spiritual practices
What is the process that psychologists refer to when each stressful experience toughens resilient people up, teaches them skills that enhance their ability to cope, and boosts their confidence?
A) stress training
B) weather hardened
C) war tested
D) thick skinned
E) stress inoculation
Resilient people maintain determination, look for solutions, and focus on one overriding goal: ____.
A) keeping safe
B) moving forward
C) reducing risk
D) winning
E) improving
Which statement represents the highest degree of resilience?
A) During and after life's most stressful events, I tend to celebrate victory.
B) When there are no clear solutions to my problems, I cut my losses.
C) During and after life's most stressful events, I tend to avoid confrontation.
D) When there are no clear solutions to my problems, I ask for forgiveness.
E) During and after life's most stressful events, I tend to find opportunity for growth.