"But here's something most people don't realize: resilience-the ability to stay calm, flexible, and creative in the face of stress-isn't just an inborn trait. It's a skill. One that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened. And some of the most effective tools for doing that come not only from the world of business or psychology, but also from improv comedy."
"Eventually, I noticed the overlap: The same tools that help improv comedians thrive on stage can help anyone navigate the unscripted, often absurd, realities of modern work and life. And research backs this up. A study I conducted in collaboration with neuroscientist Dr. Ori Amir found that improvisational activities improve creativity, confidence, and even sleep, some of the key elements of resilience."
Chronic low-grade stress is widespread due to economic uncertainty, workplace upheaval, layoffs, and everyday unpredictability. Resilience is described as a skill that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened to maintain calm, flexibility, and creativity under pressure. Improv techniques translate into practical tools for navigating unscripted and absurd situations in work and life. Research collaboration with neuroscientist Dr. Ori Amir found that improvisational activities boost creativity, confidence, and sleep, which support resilience. Three specific improv-inspired practices target the brain's stress response and shift habitual resistance into resourceful, adaptive behaviors for individuals, teams, and leaders.
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