Change is inevitable and we can not avoid change in our life , but it will inevitably catch up to you, many people’s first reaction to change is avoidance. Change could be starting a new job, moving to a different city/country, the end of a relationship, or a loss of a loved one.
If you avoid change it will inevitably catch up to you. Learning to cope with change is a better strategy and you’ll lower your risk for anxiety and depression. Your relationships will flourish, and your body will feel healthier. But if you can’t cope with change, only a minor amount of stress can make you feel overwhelmed by life. You might also struggle to set and meet the goals you have for yourself. Being able to cope with change is sometimes called resilience. Let’s take a look at a few healthy practices for increasing your level of resilience and coping with change.
Evaluate Your Level of Control
To evaluate your level of control over a situation, you can ask yourself, “What can I take responsibility for in this situation?” When you look for opportunities to empower yourself and work towards change that is possible, you’re less likely to feel stuck in difficult situations.
Practice Self-Care After a Loss
During these times of transitions, don’t push away any grief you might feel. Acknowledge the loss, and pay attention to what you’ve learned from the experience. Seek support among friends and family, and consider speaking with a counselor or other mental health professional .
Check Your Thought Patterns
Take the time to examine your thought patterns and assess how rational they are,if you’re not sure how to slow down your mind, practicing relaxation techniques, such as mindfulness, meditation ,deep breathing, self hypnosis can help you feel more in control of your brain and how you evaluate a major change. You can also generate more positive thoughts if you take the time to remind yourself about transitions and challenges you successfully navigated in the past.
Be in the Present
When you worry about what the future will bring or what mistakes you might make, you forget to be in the present and observe what’s happening around you. To bring yourself back to the present, get in tune with your body. Pay attention to how it responds to stress, and set aside time every day to relax, take some deep breaths, and bring your focus back to the present.
Find Your Priorities
The most resilient people see change as an opportunity rather than a monster to fear. Transitions in life allow you to consider where your priorities lie. How do you really want to spend your time on earth? What’s really important to you? Where do you see yourself wasting your time and energy? With a clear sense of your goals and values, you will find your mind and body can be much more resilient when it comes to the stressors of change. Above all, prioritizing your health in life’s transitions means not being afraid to ask for help when you need it. Humans are social creatures by nature, so you weren’t built to withstand every sudden event in life without the support of others. Talk to family and friends who are experiencing similar changes, or consider finding a support group in your community.You can embrace transition and see challenges as opportunities to thrive.