Ability to see the positive

It is important that both the person with TBI and those supporting them can see some good things even in negative situations.  Positivity remains important throughout the entire journey.  This is not always easy, and requires effort. 

Having other people around who are trying to see good things in a situation can help. It can also help to make sure the person with the TBI is still doing things that are meaningful to them, even if they are different things than before the injury.

Seeing the good things in difficult circumstances can protect people from the feeling of wanting to escape their lives.  Examples are: seeing time away from ‘normal life’ as an opportunity (e.g. for time with loved ones); opportunity to make changes that will be beneficial in the future; comparing situation now with other difficult situations to be grateful for what is good in this situation.