I just released my fifth book in the personal growth and leadership space—Face the Mountain.
In it, I dive into the idea of resilience, breaking it down into what I call the 3Cs: Competence, Courage, and Compassion.

Resilience shows up in different ways, but at the heart of it are these three essential traits:

Competence is about rising to the challenge with skill and preparation.
Courage is the decision to move forward even when fear or uncertainty stands in the way.
Compassion is the strength to care—for others, for purpose, and for something greater than self.

In the stories we watch and the lives we lead, these three traits show us what it means to press on.
When combined, they create a powerful measure of resilience.

But for this post, I want to have a little fun.

I’ve always loved stories of resilience—especially on screen. So I’ve pulled together a list of 25 movies that showcase the 3Cs in action. These are films I return to often. They remind me that no matter the obstacl...