As parents and educators, we hear the word "resilient" a lot and how important it is to raise resilient kids. But what IS resilience? How do we cultivate it? In this episode, we interview Gretchen Lash, educator and creative mind behind a lot of ChildBuilders' curricula. We share stories and practical strategies for instilling and talking about resilience in our everyday lives. In Part 1 of this two-part episode, we dive into what resilience is and how managing stress and cultivating agency are all important pieces of building resilience in our children. Grab a cup of coffee and join us as we discover the true heart of resilience.