The Resilience Project: finding happiness through gratitude, empathy and mindfulness
By Hugh Van Cuylenburg
This extraordinary book resonated with me because of its authenticity and heart-warming life lessons. We can often
get so caught up in our fast-paced and continually evolving lifestyle that we sometimes forget to pause to
appreciate what we have in front of us.
The Resilience Project is a subtle reminder that taking a moment each day to recognise what and who we
have in our lives can change our daily perspective.
Hugh’s experience of volunteering as a primary school teacher in Northern India highlighted the experiences
of the local children who, despite living in severely underprivileged conditions, demonstrated positivity and
appreciation.
Hugh uses simple tools that only require a pen and paper (or a smart device), to recognise each
of the principles below, every day.
The ‘Gem’ principles that Hugh uses throughout the book are: gratitude, empathy and mindfulness.
Hugh suggests that you acknowledge and action the following every day:
Gratitude: What are three things that went well for you today? What are you looking forward to most about tomorrow?
Empathy: Think about someone who you know who is going through or has gone through a tough time. What would
you say to them? Draft a response then send them an email or text them to let them know you’re thinking of them.
Mindfulness: Go for a walk and think about the three things that you can see, three things you can hear and three
things you feel. Write them down.
I strongly encourage everyone to read this book. It has certainly made a big impact on my life!
It’s a quick read and you won’t want to put it down! Alternatively, listen to this book via an app such as Audible.
Dr Nicole Lempick
Chiropractor
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