2024 - Week 9 - Embrace Change

Why Struggle? Podcast w Barbara J. Faison

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Week 9 - Embrace Change

You probably got up this morning and got dressed. You may have showered, brushed your teeth, eaten breakfast, driven to work, read the newspaper, and had a cup of coffee or tea. You have already been through at least six changes. Every moment is a new change, every second is different from the last one.

Change is a natural part of the life cycle. Learning to embrace change is a major step toward peace of mind. Imagine seeing an old friend whom you loved dearly and giving him/her a loving hug. Think of this image the next time you have to handle a major change in your life.
Picture yourself opening your arms and welcoming the opportunity to grow. Change will show up at your door regardless of how you feel about it. Learn to open the door and welcome your new friend, CHANGE, with a warm embrace.

Practice: Think of all the things that change in one hour. If you are having difficulty accepting change, repeat the affirmation, “I am open and willing to accept change in my life.”

Affirmation: I trust the process of life and I easily flow with change.

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I hope you enjoyed the Embrace Change excerpt from my book/eBook/audiobook, Why Struggle? Life is too short to wear tight shoes.

I changed the flow of this newsletter/podcast for this episode to remind myself to mix things up.

Another change I made at the beginning of the year that is working really well for me is reading before bed. Instead of having television be the last thing I do before bed, I have been reading a book, something light and fluffy or journaling. I can feel a difference when I go to sleep.

Trying new things is change. Doing something new opens you up for new possibilities and resources.

Can you think of a change that would benefit you? Or what have you recently tried that has been helpful?

You can leave a comment wherever you are listening to this podcast. If you’d like to share your thoughts with me [e-mail] is the best way to reach me. And if social media is better for you, LinkedIn, Facebook, and Instagram, are best.

The spirit of trying something new, I’m hosting a Celebrate You gathering this Wednesday, 2/28, from 8-9 eastern for us to connect as a community, share our experiences and practices that are helping us live life better. If you’d like to join us, you can use the zoom link provided or email me at [e-mail]