The Power of Change

During these tumultuous times of economic uncertainty, many of us are experiencing unwanted and unexpected challenges in our lives. Because of these, we are being forced to change.

Change is inevitable in life, but generally as creatures of habit we resist it. I hope however, that each of us can take steps to embrace change rather than fight it, because change has an incredible way of making us better. Though often difficult, with the right attitude and approach, we can leverage change to our great benefit.

Change in our life makes us strong. When we embrace change and use it to our advantage, we often gain confidence and strength, because we are forced to adjust and overcome. Without these opportunities in life, we would never grow or realize our true capacities and capabilities. We would be stuck with little improvement, but because of the challenges change creates, it drives us to personal victories in our lives--helping us to reach our full potential.

Change often opens the door to new possibilities as well. With the job market shrinking, people are venturing into new careers and areas of expertise. Though difficult now, I’m sure many in the long-run will find new careers that are more rewarding and meaningful to them. Whenever we are faced with change, new possibilities surround us, and the sky is the limit once again.

Change forces us to grow and progress. Without change, most of us would be satisfied with the status quo in our lives. Change however compels us to do things differently, and it gives us the opportunity to stretch ourselves beyond what we believe may currently be possible. It moves us from our current state to a better state, if we allow it to. Indeed, change molds us to be better people.

Finally, change helps us to reevaluate the direction we are headed in our lives, and it often invites us to alter our path—and this is usually for the better. Change can produce new ideas, goals, and priorities in our lives. Frequently, change helps us live more in line with our personal values, and it helps us understand what truly makes us happy. In the end, change can revitalize our lives.

Many of us are experiencing difficult changes in our lives at this time, but we must embrace change and use it as a catalyst for personal improvement. Though challenging, change can have a tremendous positive impact on our lives. So let’s adjust our perspective if we need to and begin believing that change is not bad; it is just different. And if we respond properly, the results of change will have a very powerful, positive, and long-lasting affect on us.