Summary: If you're like me, it feels like there is a daily barrage of significant issues that seem capable of directly or indirectly impacting us. It can often feel overwhelming to process. I say that as someone who spent his life preparing for and dealing with some terrible situations. Like most of you, I am listening, watching, and trying to understand what's happening in our world. <br> <br> We all have questions about what is happening in the world. How concerned should we be? People are asking themselves, "What should I be doing?" In this article, I will cover that by giving you some of my thoughts on what you can be doing now to become better prepared, more self-reliant, and increase your resilience in the face of the uncertain adversity we are all facing. <br> <br> But before I dive into this, I want to prep you. Please know that what I'm going to lead with may seem depressing and cause sensations of nervousness, anxiousness, and worry. If that happens, know that it's normal; the stuff you, I, and others are dealing with right now is very heavy—it's very serious. If that's what you're feeling, you're 100% normal and exactly where you should be given your current circumstances. With that, and as I mentioned, I will provide you with some actionable items that you can use to help make things better. <br> <br> So let's talk about it. <br> <br> What's Happening in the World<br> I'm sure many of you are working through the same concerns and questions that I have: <br> <br> Is the situation with Israel and Palestine the beginning of a conflict that will spill over into a more significant event and pull us into a larger, perhaps World War? <br> What about the ongoing war in Ukraine? Where does that lead?<br> There's the threat of terror cells operating within our nation. <br> For us here in the U.S. and for many listening in other nations, our governments are melting down, treading on our freedoms, and sewing mistrust within the population. <br> Costs are rising. Wallets are shrinking. Many are worried about providing for their loved ones. <br> Crime is on the rise. Society is decaying. The ability to keep our families safe is becoming more questionable by the day. <br> <br> Yes, that is all happening, and then some. And, as I mentioned, it's causing people to feel stressed, worried, anxious, scared, and angry. We all do our best not to be a problem. Even though many of us don't always agree with the actions and policies of our government, we do our best to be good citizens, neighbors, and friends. <br> There Are Actions You Can Take<br> Yes, despite the craziness of our world, there are things that you can do to improve your overall resilience. Even better, there are actions you can take right now that won't cost you anything other than time and thought. And while that may sound easy, it won't be for many. <br> <br> That's because emotionally amplified times like we're in can feel overwhelming. And that sense of overwhelm can lead to not knowing where to start. Similarly, being in such an overwhelmed, off-putting mood can paralyze us from taking action despite knowing what we need to do. <br> <br> Fortunately, though, there are, as I mentioned, no-cost, free actions that you can take to improve your situation and to set yourself up for success when preparing for the potential outcomes of our crazy times. With that, here is a list of things you can do to start your resilience ball rolling should you ever find yourself stuck and needing help to get going again. <br> Things that You Can Do<br> <br> Acknowledge Your Situation<br> Keep Things in Perspective<br> Take Proactive Action<br> Practice Self-Care<br> Build Your Support Network<br> <br> 1. Acknowledge Your Situation<br> Acknowledging a situation might seem like a small, easy step. It may seem like a no-brainer, but it's a step that many people genuinely str...
