Are you feeling exhausted and a bit over it, when it comes to C-19? You may be struggling with adapting to change.

This can manifest in a number of different ways.

Change is challenging.

People actively and regularly avoid change.

Some claim “never changing” as a badge of honour.

Do you have anyone like this in your life?

So why do people avoid change?

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It make you feel anxious, overwhelmed, tense, irritable, the list goes on.

Emotional and or physical symptoms can be attributed to stress and we have certainly been seeing an increased number of people with issues that appear to be stressed related.

We first noted this at the start of the pandemic and iso.

Over a few weeks, people started to settle in to the new normal.

Then in some ways, what felt like an eternity, we were suddenly allowed back out.

Maybe you started with a trip to the park, a coffee with family or friends and you could almost control the environment.

Almost overnight, we were told, you can go back to cafes, to school and as of next week, back to the gym.

Over and over again this week we have heard, “I thought this is what I wanted” or “Why don’t I feel good about this?”

Even if the change is positive, it can still cause stress.

This is not the only time in your life you will have experienced a positive change induced stress response.

Think about starting a new job you were excited about, buying a house, getting married, having a baby.

All of these can be wonderful and happy experiences.

They can also be nerve wracking.

So don’t think for a moment this is the first time you have had to deal with something hard, challenging or emotionally complex.

You already possess skills that will have helped you navigate stressful situations in the past.

It is time to draw on these learned experiences and apply the same techniques now.

What works for you may be different to the next person.

Think about what has worked for you in the past.

Helpful approaches include:

• Seek help from friends and family.
• Maintaining a regular exercise routine.
• Writing a daily list of 3 things you are thankful for in your life.
• See a health professional or therapist.
• Mindfullness and calm techniques.

What else can be useful?

When good change appears, it can be helpful to accept it with grace.

You may not believe we are ready, or that you deserve it.

Maybe you are fearful of the outcome and are putting too much energy into what you can’t control.

Put your attention and focus into what you can control or influence.

Staying calm, centered and within your body will help you stay cool, calm and collected.

This in turn will help you make decisions that are well considered and within your values.

In addition, you will be less likely to get fatigued from day to day tasks and chores.

When we get fatigued, we are more likely to get complacent.

And during a pandemic, this is not the time fall into the trap of being discontented or lazy about basic self care that can keep us well, such as hand-washing, using sanitizer, or ignoring mild symptoms that are suggestive we may be unwell.

Now is the time to be awake, aware but not overly alarmed.

Make conscious choices, from this place even if something doesn’t go to plan, you will feel a sense of calm that you made what you thought was the best decision in the moment.

In the meantime, we are offering you the opportunity for further support with a FREE 1 HOUR WORKSHOP!

We will workshop what you can do, providing you with implementable, easy to use tips to ease the burden to stress and tension associated with adapting to change.

And remember, if you are experiencing any of the following, it may be a good time to get in touch.

•  Tight neck and shoulders
• Tension headaches
• Increased fatigue
• Emotional irritability
• Jaw clenching
• Digestive discomfort
• Excessive alcohol consumption
• Sleep disturbance
• Muscle spasm

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As the webinar is live, there is a limited time to join and spots available, so register now.

We look forward to supporting you with adapting to change.