How to Deal With Change Better

Change is inevitable. Everyone faces change, big or small, throughout the entirety of their lives. Human beings tend to prefer things to remain the same and, therefore, change often causes stress. Fortunately, there are ways of dealing with change, such as those below, that will help you to deal with it better.

Instructions

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  Stay positive. While a big change may seem daunting, finding the good that comes from it will help you to get through it. Make a list of all the "what ifs" that are bothering you and then try not to think about them again. It might surprise you to find that most of those concerns won't come to fruition after all.

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  Feel a sense of accomplishment by starting "To Do" lists and crossing items off as you complete them. Set short and long term goals as a result of the change in your life.

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  Distract yourself from your worries by watching a favorite movie or reading a good book. Do something relaxing and calming to keep the stress changes causes at bay.

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  Keep a healthy lifestyle so that your stress doesn't effect your body. Go to the gym, eat right and take brisk walks on nice days to clear your head.

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  Outsource tasks that may be adding to your stress. Focus on everyday tasks that hang over your head, such as hiring a maid service to thoroughly clean the house for a new, nice change.

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  Establish a strong support network of friends and family. This is the most important element in dealing with the stress of change. Send email updates of your situation and make an occasional phone call, because it often helps just to have someone there to listen.