I am a survivor. In recovering from a catastrophic injury, I have learned that you need to work with and not against any significant changes in your life in order to survive. In doing so, you can not only survive but can develop, thrive and achieve resilience. You can be a survivor. This essential practical, pragmatic guide gives you the tools needed to guarantee success in the face of adversity. Using the human-nature based theories described in this book, you can tackle anything that is thrown at you. 'Don't let trauma be your enemy - use the opportunity to innovate.