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As we grow, life transitions become exciting and empowering experiences. We progress from crawling to walking, then from walking to running. We begin with training wheels, but before long, we outgrow them. As time goes on, we advance to higher grades and embrace greater independence.
However, as adults, life transitions may lack the excitement and empowerment we experienced in our youth. Instead, they can be challenging, especially when accompanied by various forms of loss, such as the loss of a job, a marriage, or loved ones. In these moments of transition, we may feel adrift, as if at the mercy of unpredictable tides that toss our lifeboat around.
If you are feeling stressed and overwhelmed right now because you are facing one or more life transitions, here are some ways you can navigate these choppy waters:
Slow Down
Have you observed the accelerated pace of life? It’s likely that your heartbeat and breathing have quickened in response. It’s essential to prioritize slowing down.
Though it may seem straightforward, taking slow, deep breaths holds significant power in reassuring your body that everything is alright. Presently, your body is in a state of “fight or flight,” as you subconsciously, and perhaps consciously, perceive a sense of attack. Allocating daily moments of stillness, away from noise and chaos, to engage in deep, slow breathing will gradually decrease your heart rate and instill a sense of calm and serenity.
Embrace Uncertainty
Indeed, it may appear counterintuitive, if not seemingly impossible. However, when we release our grip on control and wholeheartedly embrace the unknown, approaching it with a sense of scientific curiosity regarding the outcomes, we begin to experience positive emotions such as curiosity and wonder, rather than being overwhelmed by negative emotions like feeling lost or out of control.
Acknowledge the Cycles of Life
There is a saying that resonates with many: “This too shall pass.” Life, much like the changing weather, consists of various seasons. Although you may currently feel stuck and disillusioned, perceiving that nothing is unfolding as anticipated or planned, it is crucial to acknowledge the inherent truth: this phase will eventually pass. Transitions serve as uncomfortable bridges, connecting one stage of life to the next.
Fall Back on Traditions
For millennia, across diverse cultures, rites of passage have served as invaluable tools to facilitate individuals’ transitions from one life stage to another. It is now time for us to draw upon the profound wisdom inherited from our ancestors and empower ourselves through these ancient practices.
Rites of passage grant us agency and control over our own transformative journey. By embracing them, we recognize the inevitability of change, as we instinctively comprehend that the human experience revolves around confronting challenges and evolving into new versions of ourselves.
Life, in all its complexity, throws unexpected challenges, sadness, and circumstances that cloud our vision with fear and uncertainty. This is an inherent part of the human condition, and no one is exempt from it.
However, there exist effective approaches to navigate through these challenges. Give these three suggestions a try. And if you desire further assistance on your personal journey, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I am here to help.
SOURCES:
- https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/fulfillment-any-age/201703/10-ways-make-it-through-your-life-s-transitions
- https://chopra.com/articles/9-ways-to-navigate-loss-change-and-transition
- https://duckduckgo.com/?q=rites+of+passage+modality+for+life+challenges&atb=v142-1&ia=web&iai=r1-1&page=1&sexp=%7B%22biaexp%22%3A%22b%22%2C%22msvrtexp%22%3A%22b%22%7D
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