As a new year begins, many of us reflect on past experiences and set intentions for personal growth. But how can we turn reflection into a powerful tool for resilience? This week on Bouncing Back: The Personal Resilience Science Insights Podcast, host Sabrina Oktavelia is joined by Mark Canada, Ph.D., to explore how self-reflection can help us thrive in the year ahead.
Mark Canada, Ph.D., is the chancellor of Indiana University Kokomo and an expert in literature, education, and lifelong learning. With seven published books—including Ben Franklin’s Lessons in Life and Edgar Allan Poe: Master of Horror—he has dedicated his career to making knowledge accessible. In 2024, he launched Mind Inclined, a free learning platform featuring podcasts, lectures, and insights on personal and intellectual growth.
In this episode, Mark Canada, Ph.D., shares how historical figures like Benjamin Franklin and Frederick Douglass used self-reflection to overcome adversity and shape their futures. He discusses Franklin’s practice of daily self-examination and Douglass’s ability to transform personal struggles into powerful lessons on perseverance and change.
Together, Sabrina and Mark Canada, Ph.D., explore practical ways to use reflection for resilience, whether through journaling, meaningful conversations, or mindful decision-making. If you're looking for strategies to embrace change and build a stronger foundation for success in the new year, this episode is for you!
Tune in this week for inspiring lessons on self-reflection and resilience!
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