Have you ever found yourself on the cusp of a thrilling change, only to be gripped by a sudden sense of fear? You're not alone. As I navigate a substantial shift in my corporate role, I'm reminded that change, even positive, can be daunting. But why?
Change ushers in the unfamiliar, nudging us out of our comfy routines and into uncharted territory. Our brains, always on guard, translates unfamiliarity with potential danger—something we have inherited from our ancestors' survival instincts. So, when change looms, our brain's alarm system kicks into high gear, and voila, fear surfaces!
But here's the thing: change is a natural part of life. It’s the engine of growth, learning, and enriching life experiences. So, how do we navigate past the fear to embrace change?
1. Understand and Acknowledge Your Fear: The first step is to recognise and accept your fear instead of ignoring or fighting it. Remember, it's a natural reaction we all experience.
2. Decipher what's fuelling your fear: Fear of failure? The uncertainty? Identifying the root cause allows you to tackle it directly. And remember, it's fine not to know everything. Change is a journey of discovery, and it's okay to take baby steps.
3. Embrace a growth mindset: This means viewing challenges as growth opportunities rather than hurdles. With this mindset shift, change transforms from an intimidating task to an exhilarating adventure.
4. Trust in Your Ability to Adapt: Remember past changes that you've navigated successfully. Use these experiences to reinforce your confidence in handling new situations.
5. Channel Your Energy Wisely: Both fear and excitement consume equal amounts of energy. Why not channel that energy towards the thrilling potential of positive change, instead of draining it on negative possibilities?
So, next time you start to feel anxious about change, just take a moment, breathe deeply, and keep in mind: change isn't a storm that you have to endure, but rather a wave that can carry you to new and thrilling experiences.
To your inner superpower,
Charmaigne x