Building Blocks

The BB4R [Building Blocks For Resilience] is a simple guide outlining 6 ways to gain foundational needs we all have as human beings that help us to feel stronger in the face of adversity. These elements are what we need as children, and translate into basic needs we all have through adulthood. They were designed to help those who have experienced high levels of toxic stress (aka chronic stress) and trauma. With BB4R we are better equipped to process painful life experiences and prevent further stress.

The BB4R are simple and help us change our environment, create positive relationships, and improve self-awareness.

PROTECTION Safety and protection is a basic need and helps us to prevent stress and promote recovery. 

RELATIONSHIPS We need relationships that support us, and accept us for who we are. We explore how to make relationships more supportive and caring.

COPING SKILLS Coping skills are as individual as a fingerprint. It’s up to us to find our safe and happy place. Basketball, yoga, a quiet walk, or talking with a trusted friend are some ways to cope. Our take: Ask yourself, will this make me feel good now and better tomorrow?

CONFIDENCE Confidence is something we teach ourselves by playing, pretending,  practicing, and allowing ourselves the space to fail until we figure it out.

BELONGING Belonging is a basic human need. Being excluded is wrong — sometimes it’s up to us to create the space we want to belong and create it for others.

STORYTELLING Storytelling is about owning your own story. Don’t let others tell your story for you. You are the author of your own heroic journey.

Our content creators and podcast guests talk about how they create the Building Blocks in their own lives as a lifelong journey that help us feel stronger and find more joy in life. You deserve to build the life you want, and our Building Blocks are a great way to start your journey.