“It’s your reaction to adversity, not adversity itself that determines how your life’s story will develop.” ~Dieter F. Uchtdorf
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According to a research conducted by OptionB.org, 8 out of 10 people faced a significant personal challenge in 2020. After the year we've faced, this isn't surprising. People are struggling.

When colleagues or employees are struggling, it is difficult to know what to do or say. Sometimes it's easier to ignore it, but that is not the best or healthiest option. For a wealth of information on how to help people facing challenges, visit OptionB.org. It is a website committed to helping people build resilience in the face of adversity, and a treasure trove of resources and ideas.
Option B: The book that helps heal
The year my mother-in-law died was a difficult year. She was diagnosed with cancer in January and passed away 4 short months later in May. Since she was only 55 years old, this was a shocking and unexpected loss. As we struggled through those difficult months of confusion, sadness, and fatigue, the burden was lightened as people stepped in to help. My husband's work colleagues and employees organized meals for our family at one point, an unexpected but tremendous blessing. Sometimes I would be struggling through the day, and I would received a text from a friend telling me they were thinking about me and praying for me, a small gesture that uplifted my soul in a difficult time.

As I muddled through the grief in the months following her passing, I did not expect to feel the anger I felt. It's difficult to admit, but I held resentment towards people close to me that, in my eyes at the time, failed to step up and help. I couldn't understand why I couldn't just "get over it." Then I read Option B. For anybody that is struggling or for anyone wanting to help someone who is struggling, Option B is a must read. The author, Sheryl Sandberg, lost her husband suddenly and unexpectedly. She (& Adam Grant) give practical, research based advice on helping people (yourself or someone else) build resilience through tough times. Option B helped me get passed my stuck place amidst the after effects of grief. This book helped me heal.
Resources to Help
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  • Listen to this episode of the Lead to Win podcast about taking care of your team right now.
  • Listen to this TED Talk about supporting grieving employees.
  • NPR article discussing the strain of the pandemic on families.
  • Workforce Inside podcast episode about mental health and well being during COVID-19 and beyond.
  • And, because it's such a great resource for people wanting to help or needing help, we're recommending OptionB.org again.
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