This post is part one of the series: Navigating Change: Finding Resiliency, Strength, and Growth.
What If Change Is Working for You, Not Against You?
One of the hardest parts of navigating change isn’t the change itself – it’s the meaning we give it. Many of us quietly assume that safety and comfort only exist when things stay the same. We tell ourselves we can only feel at ease if everything is predictable. But this way of thinking can make change feel heavier than it needs to be.
Some of the most centered people aren’t those who’ve avoided change, but those who’ve learned to move with it. They’ve discovered that steadiness isn’t about holding on to the past – it’s about staying adaptable while allowing life to gently guide them forward.
Redefining what resilience looks like takes time and self-compassion. It means reminding yourself that feeling unsettled is part of the process, not a sign of weakness. It also means gently questioning the stories you’ve carried about change.
If you see change as something always harmful, always negative, and always beyond your influence, it can feel overwhelming. But what if there’s another way to view it?
- What if change is making room for what no longer serves you?
- What if it’s showing you your own resilience?
- What if the unease is a sign of new growth, not because something is broken, but because you’re evolving?
These small shifts in perspective won’t remove uncertainty, but they can make it easier to meet change with curiosity rather than resistance. And that shift alone can bring a sense of ease.
Mantra:
I accept change as a natural part of life, and I welcome the growth it supports.
Your Next Step
If you’d like to see change in a new light, Gillian can help you explore the beliefs that may be limiting you – and gently replace them with perspectives that encourage growth. Book a free consultation today and start building a healthier relationship with change, one step at a time.