We all have made changes in our lives at some point, and are going to have changes that happen to us in the future. Major life transitions, whether it is moving to a new city, starting a new job, or making financial decisions on your own for the first time can be exciting and invigorating, but they can also cause you to feel anxious or unprepared! The best way to prepare for these changes is to understand that change isn’t easy, and reflect on why you made these changes in the first place. Here are a few steps to help you in these life changes.
- Recognize that change is hard because it changes what you are comfortable with. Expect to feel anxious about the change. Whenever we move forward, we are leaving something behind. This takes us out of our comfort zone, and causes worry about the unknown.
- Change is an opportunity for growth. When something changes, it is an opportunity for a new beginning. You have the opportunity for a fresh start in that aspect of your life. Take the skills that you have already learned, use them, and do it even better!
- Remember your motivation to make a change. You wanted something different. You now have the opportunity to start new relationships, be more assertive, and even more honest than you have been before. This is your chance to be or do things that you wished you could do before but were afraid of upsetting the balance that you previously knew. You wanted something different, now go for it!
- Have a support system. Change is difficult, and you will have a new learning curve to adjust to. When these life changes are getting the best of you, support form others will help you to keep perspective of your motivations and moving forward.
Change is not easy, but you can definitely prepare to make it happen, and do it well! No matter the circumstance, know your motivations, be patient, and don’t be afraid to ask for support. Keep posted to the TBSAA social media as we offer our support to your life transitions!
By: David Alexander, Membership Chair