Deana on Dealing with Change

Currently I am in the process of going through quite a lot of change in my life. I just started a new job last week, we are packing and getting ready to move next week. Spring has sprung, the time is changing next week, and I am gearing up for another season of dragonboat paddling which is also starting next week.

Change is inevitable, and I am usually quite open to it, (I don't like things getting too stagnant in my life). However, I must admit, this last week has been pretty tough for me. I knew that it was going to be difficult to go through this much change at once, but I wasn't really prepared for the emotional affect it was going to have on me. With all this change going on, I have been feeling quite lost, not really knowing who I am at times, or whether I am coming or going.

As usual, Perry was the one who helped me get my head and heart back in the right space. He helped me to realize that I was being too hard on myself. I need to cut myself some slack and know that things aren't going to be perfect right away. Change is a process, it takes time. Things aren't going to feel right for awhile, just understand that and ride it out.

Know that I am still me, I am just learning and growing. Just like when people in their adolescence go through those horrible growth spurts. All of a sudden their clothes don't fit right, it is awkward, they go through emotional pain, and in some cases it even causes physical illness and pain.

I guess if I could give some advise on how to deal with change, number one on the list would be to embrace your loved ones. They are going to be key in getting you through this. Number two, cut yourself some slack, remember things are awkward right now; that is ok, soon they will go from awkward to normal. Last but not least, know that when things do return to normal, you will be a better you.