5 Ways to Navigate Change More Confidently


Hi Reader

Change. It’s the one constant in life, and yet, it’s something we naturally resist. Even good changes can feel uncomfortable when the future is uncertain.

Over the years, I’ve experienced plenty of change from evolving my podcast, to caregiving for my mom, and the aftermath of surviving a financial upheaval that had us moving across the state with no idea what was next. You can be sure much of it wasn't welcome, but the only way out is through.

What I’ve learned is you don’t have to love change to learn how to work with it.

Here are 5 ways to embrace change and the uncertainty it brings:

1️⃣ Reframe Change as Growth – Look for what it could make possible.
2️⃣ Focus on What You Can Control – Your mindset, your next step, your self-care.
3️⃣ Approach Change in Small Steps – Break it down and give yourself time to adapt.
4️⃣ Build Your Support System – You don’t have to do it alone (it's easier with others).
5️⃣ Practice Self-Compassion – Change is messy; grace keeps you moving forward.

These steps have helped me through some of my most challenging seasons, and they can help you too.

If you’d like more details, personal stories, and examples for each step, listen to Episode 275 of the Positively Living® Podcast or read the blog version. And if you have change you're dealing with, reply to this message and share it with me. (I'm part of your #4.)

Here’s to facing change with courage, compassion, and curiosity.


Lisa


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