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Life's Tough - Be Tougher

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‘Reminds us that resilience isn’t a rare trait given to the few - it's a muscle we all can grow.’ Turia Pitt, author and advocate Life is unpredictable and tough times are inevitable, but it's how we respond that defines us. Life's Tough - Be Tougher... Read More

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Life's Tough - Be Tougher

Built on lived experience and professional expertise, Life's Tough - Be Tougher offers practical, real-world strategies to build resilience in the face of setbacks and explores the impact of physical health, emotional, social and spiritual resilience.

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‘Reminds us that resilience isn’t a rare trait given to the few - it's a muscle we all can grow.’ Turia Pitt, author and advocate

Life is unpredictable and tough times are inevitable, but it's how we respond that defines us. Life's Tough - Be Tougher is a straight-talking guide to building resilience and thriving when hard times hit.

David Buttifant and Nick Farr draw on decades of coaching experience, as well as their own stories of personal loss and challenge, to show that resilience is not innate - it's a skill you can learn. They outline the four pillars that underpin this - Physical, Emotional, Social and Psychological recovery - and provide proven strategies, daily habits and practical exercises you can put into action straight away.

Blending insights from ancient philosophy, behavioural science and their pioneering work with Resilience Builders, Buttifant and Farr offer a roadmap for turning setbacks into growth. More than survival, this book shows you how to thrive, build strength and embrace opportunities from whatever comes your way.

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ISBN: 9781761472688

Publisher: Allen & Unwin

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 03 March 2026

Country: Australia

Imprint: Allen & Unwin

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Width: 153.0mm

Height: 234.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 272

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About the Author

David Buttifant has spent more than 30 years at the forefront of human performance, blending science and innovation. He has real life experience in building resilience and lasting results. With a PhD in Exercise Physiology and an MBA, his career has spanned Olympic sport, AFL premierships and a period as an Associate Professor in higher education. As a High Performance Manager in the AFL, David pioneered new approaches to performance, recovery, resilience and wellbeing that reshaped how teams prepare and perform. Today, as Director of Resilience Builders, he partners with organisations, schools and leaders to unlock potential, strengthen culture and drive sustainable performance. Passionate about helping others flourish, David is equally grounded by his devotion to family life. A keen cyclist, hiker and adventurer, he continues to live with purpose while inspiring others to discover their own strength within.

Nick Farr has led a life defined by adventure, service and resilience. He served with Victoria Police for 21 years, including 18 as a detective, before pursuing the outdoors full-time. A passionate skier, he worked as an instructor at Mt Hotham and in 1996 founded Ski Aspen, which continues to deliver unforgettable ski experiences to this day. In 2006 he co-founded Trek Climb Ski Nepal, combining his love of mountaineering with guiding others through the Himalaya. A veteran Himalayan guide with more than 25 years' experience, Nick summited Mt Everest in 2005. In 2017 he co-founded Resilience Builders with David Buttifant, creating programs to strengthen leadership and resilience. Away from work, Nick enjoys the guitar, scuba diving and going on adventures with his wife Catherine, and their children, Madeline and Max.