How do you deal with unexpected change?

We have spoken previously about change and how you know when it is time to make changes, however there are certain times in our lives when change is not within our control….

Things can change around us without a single ounce of input from us and sometimes that can be the scariest form of change, as the power is taken out of our hands altogether. Most of us like to be in control of the things that happen to us on a daily basis but as we all know sometimes it just isn’t possible!

So when change happens to us instead of us making the changes we have to find a way to deal with it and have a plan to cope without letting it affect us emotionally.

Easier said than done right? Well here are 10 tips that will help you to deal with change when it happens unexpectedly:

Acceptance – Simply noticed that you are in the midst of change and instead of fighting against it, simply accept the situation you are in.

Face and embrace your feelings – You are going to have feelings and emotions about the changes that are happening, and it’s good to feel them and embrace the way you feel.

Work out whether to accept or reject the change – Although mostly we are to accept change as it happens, there are certain times that we should reject it for our own good. You will know which reaction you should adopt by your instincts…. Always trust them!

Develop Gratitude – Even though you probably don’t feel like it, gratitude should still be a big part of your life, even at difficult periods of change. So try to adopt an attitude of gratitude as it will make you feel much better about your situation.

Relax – Try not to worry constantly about the changes, relax a little more and you will find that you will eventually feel better about what is happening.

Don’t be afraid – Although change is scary, there is no need to be afraid of new people or situations, after all change is what keeps us and the rest of the world moving

Be positive – Positivity is key in any situation that is alien to you, so try to keep positive and things will start to feel much better!

Be Bold – Don’t be afraid, in fact be the complete opposite! Embrace the change and grab it with both hands, seize the change that is coming your way and make it work for you!

Take a deep breath – Don’t panic! The change will soon feel as if it never happened!

You can adapt to anything – Although you might not believe me, you can actually adapt to any situation you are thrown into… so just go with the flow.

Change that happens without our say so can be worrying, scary and stressful, but as humans we are incredibly good at accepting and utilizing change, so when you are in this situation, instead of running away, try to grab every opportunity and make the most of it!