Name: 'Every obstacle is an opportunity' | Cambridge professor shares tips for building mental resilience
Uploaded: 2026-06-14T16:24:35+08:00
Duration: 3 min 49 s
Description: How can we stay positive when facing difficulties? CGTN Digital Chief Editor Du Yubin talks with Alan Macfarlane, professor of social anthropology at the University of Cambridge and fellow of the British Academy, who shares practical tips for young people:

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How can we stay positive when facing difficulties? CGTN Digital Chief Editor Du Yubin talks with Alan Macfarlane, professor of social anthropology at the University of Cambridge and fellow of the British Academy, who shares practical tips for young people: view obstacles as opportunities, take care of your physical health, build meaningful friendships and develop interests beyond work. He also suggests limiting social media use and keeping a diary to manage worries and anxiety. "If you live a sensible good life, even if you face difficulties and obstacles, you will have the inner resilience to overcome them."

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