- [Narrator] Thomas Edison was a bright guy, but did you know he blew thousands of prototypes before getting the light bulb right? Edison didn't give up. He learned from every mistake and moved forward, even inventing the phonograph, telegraph, and motion picture along the way. To be resilient like Edison, learn from setbacks, but don't fret over them. Reflect on what you could have done better, and let those lessons light the way. Keep a sense of perspective, too. Okay, the situation is bad, but on the scale of things, how bad is it really? What feels overwhelming now might seem like small potatoes tomorrow, but if it's still a concern down the line, chill. Break the problem down into parts and tackle one at a time, and don't be afraid to ask a coworker for help. They might just flick a switch that solves it. To be more resilient, reflect, maintain perspective, and focus on one thing at a time. Do that, and you'll adapt to and be better prepared for future challenges. © Mind Tools by Emerald Works Ltd.