Yes! Change brings opportunity. My husband, who has lived in over 50 houses in his 51 years of age, says that to me on a regular basis. It’s one of the reasons we get along so well; we are committed to embracing change instead of fighting it.
When we are deep in the middle of change sometimes we can’t see where the opportunity lies. The process may seem daunting and fearful. How can we stay open to change instead of fighting against it? Here are 8 ways to embrace change and make it work for you!
1. Take baby steps. Make small changes. Break big changes into small steps. For example: if you are moving, plan ahead by packing early in 30 minute segments – start in one area and pack for 30 minutes. Making slight progress makes you feel much better.
2. Stay flexible and go with the flow. Be like the tide. Sometimes it’s high, sometimes it’s low but it’s always flowing.
3. Adapt a Pollyanna attitude. Find the good in the moment. A break up leaves you available to find your perfect match or get that dog you always wanted.
4. This too shall pass. Change happens which means things may make you feel overly stressed. Remember a time in your life that was extremely hectic and have faith that you will eventually get through to the next moment; you will adapt to this new change.
5. You are not alone. You don’t have to cope with change on your own. Reach out to friends, family or colleagues for support or keep a journal to share your feelings for strength and relief
6. Take time to adjust. Give yourself time to accept the change that is happening in your life.
7. Be Prepared. Don’t let unexpected surprises rock you. Stress and change are a part of life. The better equipped you are to maneuver through them, the less likely they will through you off kilter.
8. Change brings opportunity. Henry Ford said, “If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.” Sometimes change and a little stress can open our eyes to new ideas, new opportunities and new ways of living our lives. Be open to the possibilities.
My story is not unlike many of yours. I’ve had my share of tragedy and triumph, of ups and downs, of loss and heartache. Sometimes I’ve seen deep despair. By practicing the suggestions above and much more, I’ve learned to embrace the moment and not let fear or sorrow stop me in my tracks. As REO Speedwagon suggests, I’m learning to roll with the changes!
“Oh, you got to learn to roll with the changes (got to, got to, got to, got to…)
Keep on rollin’ (got to keep on)
Keep on rollin’
Oh, you got to learn to, got to learn to, got to learn to roll”
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