Resources For Resilience

Leading Through Hard Times (Morganton)
2026-04-16 09:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Foothills Higher Education Center, 2128 S Sterling St, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Leading through challenges is tough, but the right tools can help your team keep thriving. Join us for this 7-hour interactive workshop as we explore new ways to manage stress and keep everyone going—no matter what comes your way.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive further event details

Weekly Listening Circle (Virtual)
2026-04-15 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-08 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-01 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Every Wednesday | 12 to 1 pm EST on Zoom
Big events can hit us hard and affect us in many ways. Listening Circles help us name what is most difficult about them and practice tools that can help with the stress, right now. Join us for weekly 1-hour connection time as we lean on one another and highlight what is getting us through this difficult time.

FREE and open to all WNC residents from January 2026 through June 2026
REGISTER HERE to receive our Zoom link

ATTENDANCE TIP: Click the ‘Add to Calendar’ button below to set up a recurring event that will enable you to attend any future Wednesday using the Zoom link provided in your original confirmation email. We look forward to seeing you!

*Weekly 'Reconnecting Through Hard Times' (Virtual) *
2026-04-09 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-04-02 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-19 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-12 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-05 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Every Thursday | 12 to 1 pm EST on Zoom
Turn good intentions into real support with this 1-hour training that offers simple, powerful strategies to help others after a crisis. You’ll gain an understanding of how hard times affect us all and learn what to do and say when it matters most.

FREE and open to all WNC residents from January 2026 through June 2026
1 contact hour of continuing education available through Area L AHEC for an additional fee
REGISTER HERE to receive our Zoom link and drop in any Thursday

Monthly 'Reconnect For Better Days' (Virtual)
2026-04-03 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-06 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
First Friday of Every Month | 12 to 1 pm EST on Zoom
This 1-hour training offers simple, powerful strategies to help us feel better and experience better days. We’ll explore the science behind what happens to our brains and bodies under stress, learn how to spot problems as they arise, and use practical tools that help us move forward in the moment.

FREE and open to all WNC residents from January 2026 through June 2026
REGISTER HERE to receive our Zoom link and drop in.

Monthly Resilient Connections / Conexiones Resilientes (Virtual/Virtuales)
2026-03-26 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Fourth Thursday of every Month | 12-1 pm EST on Zoom
Cuarto Jueves de cada mes | 12-1 pm EST por Zoom

Resilient Connections are drop-in practice groups for past participants of our signature Reconnect training to connect with our Resiliency Educators, ask questions and practice with one another, and share ideas for using the resiliency tools at home and at work.
Las Conexiones Resilientes Virtuales Mensuales son grupos de práctica abiertos para participantes anteriores de nuestra capacitación principal Reconnect que deseen conectarse con nuestros Educadores de Resiliencia, hacer preguntas y practicar juntos, así como compartir ideas sobre cómo utilizar las herramientas de resiliencia en el hogar y en el trabajo.

FREE and open to anyone who has participated in a Reconnect for Resilience™ training/ GRATUITO y abierto a cualquier persona que haya participado en una capacitación de Reconectarse para la Resiliencia™
Available virtually in both English and Spanish / Disponible virtualmente en Inglés y Español.
REGISTER HERE to receive our Zoom link and drop in at your convenience / REGÍSTRATE AQUÍ para recibir nuestro enlace de Zoom y unirte cuando te sea conveniente

*Reconnect for Resilience (Virtual)*
2026-03-26 09:00 - 2026-03-27 17:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Learn easy-to-use, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work, in your car, or even at the store. In this 14-hour, interactive training, you’ll learn the science of stress management and ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
14 contact hours of continuing education available through Area L AHEC for an additional fee
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive further event details

Resilient Family Adventure (Asheville)
2026-03-24 15:30 - 17:30 | Goodwill Training Center, Asheville, 1616 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
This is RFR’s newest in-person event offering, designed to make building resilience fun for youth! With nature-inspired activities, crafts, and stories suitable elementary age children, we’re bringing families together to celebrate the strength within us all. As you journey through each station, collect stamps on your Adventure Card and uncover simple tips and tools to help your family grow stronger together.

FREE and open to all WNC families with young children, thanks to the support of our generous partners.
Advanced Registration strongly encouraged!

Weekly Listening Circle (Virtual)
2026-03-18 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-11 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-03-04 12:00 - 13:00, 2026-02-25 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Every Wednesday | 12 to 1 pm EST on Zoom
Big events can hit us hard and affect us in many ways. Listening Circles help us name what is most difficult about them and practice tools that can help with the stress, right now. Join us for weekly 1-hour connection time as we lean on one another and highlight what is getting us through this difficult time.

FREE and open to all WNC residents from January 2026 through June 2026
REGISTER HERE to receive our Zoom link and drop in any Wednesday

Resiliency Champions (Asheville)
2026-03-12 09:00 - 16:00 | Goodwill Training Center, Asheville, 1616 Patton Ave, Asheville, NC, 28806, United States
Passionate about building resilience for yourself and others? In this dynamic 7-hour workshop for past participants of Reconnect, you’ll gain tools to inspire meaningful change in your organization or community and foster a more resilient future for all.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive additional event details

Reconnect for Resilience (Virtual Modules)
2026-03-12 08:30 - 11:30 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
Learn easy-to-use, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work, in your car, or even at the store. In this multi-day interactive training, you’ll learn the science of stress management and ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you.
This is a modular series of five three‑hour sessions—ideal for busy professionals who want depth and application with more flexibility. With Reconnect Modules, you’ll experience the full Reconnect curriculum in shorter, manageable segments that fit more easily into a busy schedule. Rather than two full consecutive days of training, you’ll have time between sessions to reflect, practice, and integrate what you’re learning.
Attendees must be able to participate and register for all 5 sessions.

Module 1: March 12 | 8:30am-11:30am
Module 2: March 26 | 12-3pm
Module 3: April 9 | 12-3pm
Module 4: April 23 | 12-3pm
Module 5: May 7 | 12-3pm

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FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive additional event details

Recharging Resilience (Marshall)
2026-03-11 09:00 - 16:00 | N.C. Cooperative Extension, 258 Carolina Ln, Marshall, North Carolina, 28753
In today’s fast-paced world, finding time for yourself can feel impossible. Join us for this 7-hour, interactive workshop to discover simple ways to manage stress, boost your resilience, and keep showing up for others—without burning out.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to receive additional event details

Reconnect for Resilience (Morganton)
2026-03-10 - 2026-03-11 | Burke United Christian Ministries, 576 E Fleming Dr, Morganton, NC, 28655, United States
Learn easy-to-use, shareable tools that are designed for real life—whether you’re stressed at work, in your car, or even at the store. In this 14-hour, interactive training, you’ll learn the science of stress management and ways to build resilience in yourself and those around you.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive additional event details

'Reconnect' Refresher
2026-03-03 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom (Virtual Meeting)
This quick 2-hour virtual program is for individuals and teams who have already taken our flagship 2-day training, Reconnect for Resilience. This is an opportunity to review core tools and concepts, continuing to practice our Resiliency Tools, and freshen up your skills.
NOTE: If you wish to become a Resiliency Champion and your last attended Reconnect training was over one year ago, attending a Refresher is a requirement before enrolling in a Champions workshop.

FREE and open to all WNC residents, thanks to the support of our generous partners
REGISTER HERE to attend and receive additional event details

Recharging Resilience (North Wilkesboro)
2026-02-27 09:00 - 16:00 | The Meeting Space at 1901, 1901 W Park Dr, North Wilkesboro, North Carolina, 28659

Resilient Family Adventure (Boone)
2026-02-21 11:00 - 16:00 | Boone Mall, 1180 Blowing Rock Rd, Boone, NC, 28607, United States
This is RFR’s newest in-person event offering, designed to make building resilience fun for youth! With nature-inspired activities, crafts, and stories suitable elementary age children, we’re bringing families together to celebrate the strength within us all. As you journey through each station, collect stamps on your Adventure Card and uncover simple tips and tools to help your family grow stronger together.

FREE and open to all WNC families with young children, thanks to the support of our generous partners.
Drop in, no advanced registration needed!
