10 Timeless Resilience Tips From Winnie the Pooh
More relevant than ever in 2021.
Winnie the Pooh is about to turn 100.
When English author A.A. Milne created him for his son Christopher Robin in the 1920s, it’s unlikely he thought his bear “of very little brain” would be relevant a century on.
But he is. In a world of unrest and turmoil — and frequently Great Unkindness — Winnie the Pooh can still stop the heart with his wisdom.
As Covid rages on, as CNN spews out its political updates, he can still take us to the sanctuary of the 100 acre wood; he can still make us think about the importance of friendship, love, courage — and honey.
Here is the best of what he’s got.
10 Timeless Resilience Tips From Winnie the Pooh
1. Keep it simple.
“It is more fun to talk with someone who doesn’t use long, difficult words but rather short, easy words like, ‘What about lunch?’’ — Winnie the Pooh
Simple is best — in words, activities and life. If lunch is all you do in a day, that’s okay.
2. Be patient — everyone has “stuff” going on.
“If the person you are talking to doesn’t…
