Resilience At Work

Overcoming Burnout at Work and in Life

What you'll learn

How to identify and strengthen your own resilience

Simple physical habits that improve mood and reduce stress (including exercise, sleep, diet, and breathing)

The science behind feel-good hormones like serotonin, dopamine, and oxytocin

How to use self-talk, small steps, and goal setting to regain control

The unexpected power of kindness, gratitude, and laughter

How social interaction supports mental health and even increases longevity

Requirements

No prior knowledge is needed — just an interest in improving your resilience and stress management with simple, practical steps.

Description

Welcome to Everything Counts: Building Resilience and Reducing Stress — The Viking Way.In this unique course, you’ll learn how to strengthen your resilience and manage stress effectively — inspired by ancient Icelandic toughness and supported by modern science.My name is Gunnar. I’ve spent the last 25 years coaching executives, athletes, and teams around the world. Now, from Iceland’s Viking World Museum and dramatic landscapes, I’ll share simple, powerful tools that anyone can use to bounce back from stress, burnout, and daily pressures.We’ll explore how to build mental and physical toughness with practical habits: from getting better sleep and eating for mental health, to mastering small steps like daily exercise, breathing techniques, and positive self-talk. You’ll discover how small acts of kindness, gratitude, laughter, and social connection reduce stress and build resilience — backed by real research and timeless wisdom.This course combines inspiring Viking history with real-life stories and the latest psychology. It’s designed for professionals, team leaders, athletes, or anyone who wants to handle life’s challenges with greater strength and calm.You don’t need to wait for a crisis — start now with practical steps you can build into your daily routine.Everything you do counts. Every good habit helps. When stress hits — and it will — you’ll know how to face it and bounce back.Join me in Iceland and let’s build your resilience — one simple habit at a time.

Overview

Section 1: Introduction

Lecture 1 Opening

Lecture 2 Starting out

Section 2: Start Strong: Goals, Mindset & Small Steps

Lecture 3 Excercise

Lecture 4 Small Steps

Lecture 5 Behaviour Drives Attitude

Lecture 6 Diet

Lecture 7 Sleep

Section 3: Changing The Stoires

Lecture 8 Altruism

Lecture 9 Stories You Tell Yourself

Section 4: Make Your List, Social Connection & Final Tips

Lecture 10 Be Smart

Lecture 11 Be Social

Lecture 12 Make Your List

Professionals dealing with high workloads or workplace stress,Anyone recovering from personal or emotional setbacks,Coaches, managers, or team leaders who want to support others,Individuals who want practical and proven tools for mental strength,Those interested in Icelandic culture, psychology, or human performance