How to cope with and welcome change in your life so it doesn't overwhelm you
New life situations, places, relationships and schedules can leave you feeling as if the rug has been pulled from underneath you. But you can get through it. Here’s how
Some people embrace it; others run from it. For most of us, change can often be daunting or stressful, leaving us feeling as if things are out of our control, which makes us uncomfortable.
However, sometimes a little change – and a little discomfort – can be good for you. Here’s how you can become one of those people who embrace change rather than resist it.
Change is a part of life
The truth is, there is no such thing as stability, so we shouldn’t expect it. Things are always changing, particularly in our fast-paced, modern world.
The high points in your life are only temporary, but so are the lows, so you need to be equipped to deal with both. If you can accept that nothing stays the same forever – including you – you are less likely to be blindsided by unexpected obstacles.
Create new opportunities
Your default reaction to change might be that it’s unfortunate or unfair, and so you resist or resent it. However, change doesn’t have to be a bad thing, and it is certainly almost never personal.
Instead of seeing change as something happening to you, think of it as a way of creating new opportunities for you. If you embrace change and seize these opportunities, you’ll find that they can work in your favour.
Focus on what’s important
During times of instability, it can help to look for constants, like the support of your friends or family.