Lost At Sea: A Story Of Survival And The Science Of Resilience

October 5, 2025

After four months adrift in the Pacific Ocean in the 1970’s, Marilyn and Maurice Bailey’s survival hinged on their ability to stay mentally resilient. Psychologist George Bonanno and journalist Sophie Elmhirst break down why resilience doesn’t always mean sheer optimism and thick skin and what traits we can embody to feel more resilient through life’s ups and downs.

George Bonanno, professor, clinical psychology, Teachers College, Columbia University, author of The End of Trauma
Sophie Elmhirst, journalist, author, A Marriage at Sea: A True Story of Love, Obsession, and Shipwreck.