Raymond Chhun is a registered nurse in Winnipeg, Manitoba. He's worked in clinic as well as an instructor, and is currently applying for his PhD to research building resilience in nursing.His mother grew up in rural Cambodia and met his father in Thailand. At a young age she was taken from home during the country's civil war essentially having the life she knew before taken away from her.When he was just 13 years old, Raymond had sadly already lost both of his parents. His own life changed forever and through his teen years he struggled in school and his social circle.Thanks to proactive mentors who helped guide him and build his resilience, he went on to a prosperous career in nursing and continues to give back to his community. Crediting this as being a way to help others and keep a resilient mindset.I spoke with Raymond from his home in Winnipeg and mine in Toronto. RESILIENT PEOPLE profiles regular people from around the world who are admired for their resilience. They have experienced a major life challenge, found a purpose from it and now help others to be resilient too. To learn more about Janet Fanaki and RESILIENT PEOPLE visit www.resilientpeople.caReferences:RESILIENT PEOPLETo contact Raymond Chhun, visit him on Instagram @_raymond_5328American Psychological AssociationInstagram  @resilientpeoplecaTwitter @resilientpeopl  

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