During the last 12 months or more, we have all seen many changes and we have had to adapt to living differently in so many ways. I have been working from home, seeing clients over the internet and selling my jewellery online only. But as we follow Boris’ roadmap – I’m finally welcoming clients back on a face to face basis, returning to the office and eagerly awaiting the news that the artisan markets will open again.
All this has been a bit like the hokey-cokey. Stay at home, go outdoors, eat outside, have a scotch egg with your alcohol, stay away from the pubs, stay indoors and now finally local shops and eateries are opening and things do feel like they’re getting back to a (new) normal.
Personally, I am finding it tough. It means multiple changes and that is not always going to be easy. Even stupid little things like driving my car any distance for the first time in 3 months made me a little nervous. Certainly going back into the shops, wondering what the individual shop’s etiquette is for queuing has caused some stress.
Change affects us all in different ways, and it is often accompanied by anxiety, shock or frustration, however its inevitability means that acceptance is the path of least resistance. My approach to this is simple and you will be able to adapt it for your own needs. I take life in small chunks, little steps that get me a little closer to where I need to be, just as I would if I was setting myself goals. So if the thought of going to the supermarket is just too much, I settle with going to a small local shop, just to get used to the idea. Driving to Stoke was only tackled after several small trips around Leek, oh and recharging the car battery.
As to be expected I have lots to say on this subject, and 500 or so words never quite enough – but I blog regularly about change, the change curve and lots more handy tips, all available to view for free online, just pop the word “change” into the search box.
I’m always here to help with goals, motivation and dealing with change – no matter how large or small, simply give me a call on 07714 216388 and we can have a chat (outdoors if you wish) or zoom to see if I can help.
Carolyn Trafford is a Creative Freedom coach and author of “Don’t Just Dream It – Achieve It!” (A great way to kickstart those goals is available from my online shop: https://carolyntraffordart.ecwid.com/Dont-Just-Dream-It-Achieve-It-Book-p196854491)
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