The Resilience Shield

The Resilience Shield, authored by Dr Dan Pronk, Ben Pronk DSC, and Tim Curtis, is a compelling exploration into the nature of resilience and how it can be cultivated. Drawing from their illustrious careers as Australian SAS veterans, the authors delve into their personal experiences from intense special operations missions to corporate boardrooms. This book combines their profound insights with cutting-edge research to provide readers with a comprehensive guide to overcoming life's myriad challenges.

Life is fraught with difficulties. The rising prevalence of physical and mental health issues clearly indicates the immense pressures of our modern world. How, then, can we become more robust and adaptable in the face of such adversities? The Resilience Shield aims to offer that vital defence. The authors break down the concept of resilience into an accessible framework, shared through lessons learned both in military uniform and civilian life. They have distilled the critical components of resilience into practical strategies that can be developed by anyone, regardless of background.

This book delves into the secrets of resilience honed by elite soldiers and interlaces this wisdom with the latest scientific research on mental and physical wellbeing. The Resilience Shield is not merely theoretical; it is a practical manual equipped with tools that readers can use to make immediate, sustainable improvements in their lives. With these tools, you can begin to build your own resilience shield, preparing yourself to navigate and thrive amidst life's pressures.

Throughout the book, you will find it enriched with actionable advice drawn from the authors' extensive experiences and knowledge. By exploring how resilience is built and maintained, you are invited to learn directly from individuals who have faced and overcome some of the most extreme environments imaginable. Yet, the lessons are universal, providing a roadmap to resilience that anyone can follow.

The Resilience Shield has garnered high praise from various prominent figures:

'A powerful text that will benefit any reader' - Dr Richard Harris SC, OAM, hero of the Thai cave rescue

'Informative and enlightening... compelling lessons and advice' - The Hon Julie Bishop

'Clear, approachable insights into resilience' - Merrick Watts

'A blend of raw experience and impeccable science...a brilliant guidebook for our times' - Hugh Mackay AO

Let this book guide you in constructing your personal resilience shield. Prepare to arm yourself with the knowledge and tools that will enable you to face any challenge head-on and emerge stronger than before.