Embracing change

                                                       

Change is certain and constant as it is the principle of life and growth. At times it is disheartening, painful and scary but it can also be a beautiful, ennobling and transcendent experience.

Change is a glaring truth we cannot deny, ignore or take for granted for it is a force to reckon with. It can turn our world upside down without a moment’s notice and drive us nuts with its novelty. On a positive note, change can open doors for possibilities we have never explored and offer surprising twists we have never imagined.

Changes associated with our family, career, relationships, health or finances are often disruptive and debilitating. They tend to wear us down and sap our zest for upbeat living. However, they can also be our strongest motivation to consider other options, to take new roads or pursue different goals.

Undeniably we tend to resist change, being scared of the unknown, and get stuck in the mire of regression, trying to recapture the security of our comfort zone. But life goes on and embracing change can actually teach us resilience and flexibility to cope with any situation.

Thus we should not detest change, rather we should be prepared for it. Let us fix our hope and tighten our grip upon the mighty hand of the Omnipotent One so that when the wind of change whips we will remain steadfast and unflinching.

Emilie Coo
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