When I think about the word “resilience,” I recall a time in my life about a year ago when I doubted my skills and my very existence. I just couldn’t see through the clouds and feared there wasn’t going to be an upswing—not then, not ever. I was hot off my divorce and in the middle of a corporate restructure, unsure where my next chapter would lead me. And then, I met Tim Storey at an ASPIRE event in Denver.
I remember him saying that without resilience, nothing in life is worth the effort. But it was true. I had kids. I had a career worth fighting for. I had my health. And I wanted to create a legacy I could be proud of. After our brief interaction, I remember picking myself up, slowly but surely, and my days got brighter.
This month, I am honored to introduce Tim to the SUCCESS family. Many of you may already know that Tim is not only a worldrenowned life coach and motivational speaker but also a living example of resilience in action.
Through his work, he teaches that resilience is cultivated by mindset, self-awareness and the courage to keep moving forward, even when the path is uncertain.
At SUCCESS, we celebrate resilience not as a buzzword but as a practice. Whether navigating business hurdles, personal transitions or unexpected disruptions, the most impactful leaders are those who rise, adapt and continue to inspire. Tim’s insights and observations serve as a timely reminder: Your ability to persevere will always outlast temporary obstacles. He emphasizes that setbacks are not failures—they are lessons, opportunities and stepping stones to success.
Leaders, entrepreneurs and innovators of every kind all encounter moments that test their grit, patience and vision. It’s how we respond to setbacks, failures and unexpected challenges that ultimately define the trajectory of our careers and lives. No matter what you’re going through, resilience leads the charge and helps us persevere without reservation or hesitation. Resilience is a necessity to survive. It has helped me—as I hope it does you.
With gratitude and purpose,
Kerrie Lee Brown
Editor-in-Chief
SUCCESS® magazine
This article was first published in the May/June 2026 issue of SUCCESS Magazine. Get your copy here.
