Handling Change
Description
“Change happens every day, to everyone; it's the one constant in life, the thing that connects us all. And whether life has thrown a change at you or you've sought one out, it's natural to find it difficult.”
To Do
“People who are good at change stop talking and take positive action. Whether life has thrown you a change or you want to make a shift, get a journal and start writing down your feelings. Then make a plan that feels right and is realistic and hopeful. Next, start moving physically. Getting some form of exercise is an absolute must when going through change--don't forget the S.E.E.D of all change. (Sleep, Eat Well, Exercise, and Drink Water).”
Nourish Yourself
As you are learning to embrace and love the changes going on within you, take the time to eat more slowly... enjoying the company of others whenever you can
Get Up & Go!
As our bodies change so do their needs. What worked best when you were 17 is most likely not what you need now. Make sure to stay in sync with your body and be kind to it -- after all, it's the only one you've got
- Changing Your Mind Can Change Your Body Too: http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/27598392/ns/health-fitness/t/changing-your-mind-can-change-your-body-too/
- http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/36151596/ns/health-aging/t/ways-mind-body-change-age/
- http://www.nlm.nih.gov/
Tools
"One of the quickest ways to embrace change and move through it is to surround yourself with a team of supportive people. They can be family, friends, clergy members, therapists, co-workers--or anyone else who might help you through a change. These people are there to listen, support, and encourage you. They believe you can change, they want you to change, and most importantly, they will keep you on a path of hope and optimism as you move through the transition." Tip
"Everyone is born with a will to survive, get better, and be happier--I call this the Change Muscle. It helps you accept the reality of your situation and find your center again. Every time you are faced with a change and move through it, you are activating that muscle. And once you flex it, it's strengthened for life--you can never lose all that you have gained from experience. Next time you're faced with transition, remember that your Change Muscle will give you the strength to get through it.
When change happens, you often look longingly back to what used to be. You don't like where the river of life seems to be taking you, so you cling to the rocks or row vigorously upstream--that's what makes change tough! Accept change by taking in your new circumstances without fighting, arguing, explaining, or asking "What if?" It may be difficult at first, but you will soon see that life will lead you through this change and into a place of greater happiness and peace."
Tweak
"What you think about change will have a direct effect on how easy or hard you find the process. If you believe that change is difficult and terrible, then you will probably have a difficult and terrible time. But if you believe that change exists to teach you something--to make you a better person and put you on a new path--the transition will not be so daunting. Identify your beliefs--what you think and say to yourself and others during change--and turn them around."Question
Your body is changing every day. What changes have taken place in recent times that you need to be alert to? Have there been any unexpected changes since you started your new regimen?
Thought
“Nobody can go back and start a new beginning, but anyone can start today and make a new ending.” - Maria Robinson
“Change is the essence of life.Be willing to surrender what you are for what you could become.” - anon
“Change is inevitable - except from a vending machine.” - Robert C. Gallagher
Tidbit
"Change is part of life. We can either embrace it or run from it to keep our secular world protected. If we choose to embrace it, we will be required to do some things differently. This is the hardest part of change... change takes approximately three weeks to become integrated into our daily life." (MentalHealthFamilies.com)
Stats on Life & Career Changers:
- Most people contemplate making a change long before they do anything about it
- Although the build-up may be slow, the shift to action happens when the time is right
- As many as 50% have never asked themselves, “What do I want to do?”
- Many turn to spouses or close friends to help identify what changes they should make not realizing how these individuals’ opinions can be warped
- About 40% need to shift what they are currently doing to be able to free up the time and mental bandwidth to make a larger change
- 90% have the gremlins show up three months into the change process
- At least 20% of people “go dark” during some part of the change process
Treat yourself to a subtle change, be it highlights in your hair, a splash of color on your lips or nails, or a teeth whitening product to show off your ever-widening grin
How to Make Subtle Changes to Your Style: http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150150009728922
How to Make Subtle Changes to Your Style: http://www.facebook.com/note.php?note_id=10150150009728922
Blogs & Articles
100 Ways to Change Your Life: http://www.wisebread.com/feeling-stuck-100-ways-to-change-your-life
In Sum
Change may not happen overnight, but it is constant; so why not make your changes serve you and your goals
According to 80's new wavers Tears for Fears, You Can Change!
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