The limits of resilience. A lecture by Col. Res. Dr. Samir Rawat on the psyche in the fire of extreme experiences.

A unique open lecture will be held on 24 May 2025 (Saturday) at 2.15pm in Room 10 of the 5th High School. The talk entitled. "Self-Regulation in Dealing with PTSD and PTG". (Self-regulation in the context of coping with post-traumatic stress disorder and post-traumatic growth) will deliver Col. res. dr Samir Rawat - an eminent expert in military psychology, a veteran and an authority on mental toughness and leadership in extreme conditions.

An expert who knows what true resilience is

Res. Col. Dr Samir Rawat is a decorated Indian Army veteran who commanded an infantry company on the Siachen Glacier - the highest battlefield in the world. For his bravery during the Kargil conflict in 1999, he was honoured with the Presidential Medal for Valour.

He was the first psychologist ever to be referred to the prestigious National Defence Academy in India, where he spent years training future leaders of the armed forces. He holds a PhD in psychology and management, and has a graduate degree in defence and strategy, author of numerous publications and a respected speaker at international conferences. He also served as psychologist for the Indian national team at the Commonwealth Games.

Trauma, power, self-regulation - a story written by experience

During the lecture, participants will learn about the practical mechanisms of self-regulation, ways to build psychological resilience and approaches to trauma from an individual and organisational perspective.

It is a unique opportunity to meet a unique figurewhich combines scientific knowledge with real battlefield experience. You are cordially invited to attend the event!