Resilience in times of trouble with Harriet Waley-Cohen

Head Talks

Harriet Waley-Cohen has come through many difficult times that life has thrown at her -- recovery from addictions, the breakup of her marriage, the pain after being hurt in a car accident and treatment for cancer. She now builds on her experiences and the lessons she has learned to help other women to flourish. What are Harriet’s tips for coping in a crisis? She tells us about the importance of accepting reality and working out whether the situation is one you have to cope with or need to change. She talks about the importance of enjoying what’s good in the here and now while also being able to dream of a different future, yet not dwelling in the potential wreckage of what might go wrong.