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South Side Stories of Resiliency

Resilience:
(noun) the ability to adapt to difficult situations

South Side residents are no strangers to hard times. However, the members of our community have shown just how resilient they can be. We spoke with ten members of the South Side to ask them:

“What makes you resilient?”

Listen to their stories below.

Jalen
How He Stays Resilient: Uses boxing as a tool for personal growth while looking towards youth and his own child as inspiration to stay strong

Delores
How She Stays Resilient: Maintains close connections in her community, working towards solutions, and positive self-talk

Sheila
How She Stays Resilient: Works to solve problems in the community, and to help others thrive

Mark
How He Helps Build Resiliency: Creates a positive environment for the community to come together

Gideon
How He Stays Resilient: Works towards inner clarity through meditation and solitude and helping out the future generation

Latisha
How She Stays Resilient: Focuses on the action and problem-solving, connecting to her family, and practicing self-care

Robin
How She Stays Resilient: Makes sure to stay connected to family and friends on a regular basis

Dwight
How He Builds Resiliency: Creates a safe and caring space for children in the community

Ebony
How She Stays Resilient: Cultivates her sense of self and self-esteem, creates a sense of purpose, and problem solving

Letha
How She Stays Resilient: Prioritizes yoga, personal time for herself, and becoming engaged in a supportive community

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