Finding the Third Alternative: Moving from Surviving to Thriving
In this episode of the Flourishing After Adversity podcast, host Laura Mangum Broome discusses how to navigate difficult choices and find a third, creative alternative when faced with two bad options.

Through the story of Karrie, who faced a tough decision between a promising job opportunity and awaiting cancer biopsy results, Laura explains the importance of a growth mindset, discovering personal strengths, and thinking outside the box.

Utilizing Stephen Covey’s concept of the third alternative and the iCOPE2Hope Resilience Framework, listeners learn actionable steps to turn adversity into opportunity. The episode also introduces a free resource, 'Reframe the Spiral', aimed at helping people shift negative thoughts and regain control.
00:00 Introduction to Flourishing After Adversity
00:39 Today's Topic: The Third Alternative
01:27 Karrie's Dilemma: A Real-Life Example
02:27 Understanding the Third Alternative
03:04 Applying the iCope2Hope Resilience Framework
04:28 Covey's Insights on Synergy
05:02 The iCOPE Problem Solving Method
08:42 Recap and Reflection Exercise
09:36 Final Thoughts and Resources

Free Resource: Reframe the Spiral: 5 Quick Coping Strategies to Shift Negative Thoughts and Reclaim Your Day https://www.icope2hope.com/reframe
iCope2Hope 3-Step Resilience Framework: https://bit.ly/FrameworkRoadmap
Website: iCope2Hope: From Hardship to Hope https://www.icope2hope.com
Move Beyond Adversity Blog: https://www.icope2hope.com/blog
Free Newsletter: Wednesday’s Resilient Recharge https://www.icope2hope.com/newsletter
Schedule a free 15-minute Clarity Call with Laura: https://bit.ly/15mincallLMB