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5 Tips for Dealing with Change

August 5, 2014 by Naomi M. 15 Comments

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Let’s admit it, life is rarely a steady walk along a straight path.  No.  Life is full of ups and downs, and sometimes, these ups and downs are very extreme.  Over the last 10 years, we’ve experienced some of the very large ups and downs including quite a few downs.  However, we have persevered and survived as a family. 

Just over a year and a half ago, I left my “out of the home” job.  It was and was not my choice at the same time.  I haven’t said much about it because it really spotlights how not all medical facilities follow accepted standard practices.  (Please note that this was in another state.)  About six months after that happened, we moved several states away for my husband’s new job.  Several months after that, I headed back to work.  So, I was out of the workforce for 9 months.  Being out of work was challenging and stressful, like so many have experienced in the economic downturn over the last few years.  And going back to work was challenging and stressful.  Since we have walked this path, I want to share some tips that helped us to survive and to become closer as a family in the meantime.

5 Tips for Dealing with Change

  1. Prayer – I have heard people say that going through tough times is a punishment from God.  Well, I don’t really believe that.  However, I do believe that we all have challenges to make us stronger.  If that’s true, we should be really strong by now…  Anyway, even though the going is tough, it should not negatively impact our relationship with God.  Pray for strength and for doors to be opened.  Sometimes, the doors that are opened are the most unexpected doors of all.  I never wanted to move to Pennsylvania because of the homeschool laws; however, that’s where God sent us.  Obviously, God knew better because the jobs are good, and the kids have access to a great team of specialists that they needed.  
  2. Family – Don’t shut your family out.  Spend time together as a family and build the family bonds.  Does that necessarily mean spending a lot of money on a trip or vacation?  No.  Head out to a nature trail to walk.  Go in the back yard to play.  It doesn’t take much.  Just make sure that everyone knows that they are a valuable part of the family and have fun together.  If you have children with special needs, this is extremely important as your children need to know that the stress you are feeling is not because or directed at them.
  3. Talk – Talk with your spouse or significant other.  Don’t keep things bottled inside.  Let him or her know about your feelings and fears.  Talk is a two-way street, so make sure to listen as well.  If you don’t have a spouse or significant other, find a parent, trusted friend, or pastor to talk with.  Don’t EVER let anything get serious enough that you have thoughts of causing harm to yourself or anyone else.
  4. Diet and Rest – It’s hard to make it through any kind of stress if you are tired or are not eating right.  Just this past weekend, I worked three extra shifts that I wasn’t expecting to work.  In fact, Sunday was a double shift.  The two things that I concentrated on were sleep and food.  When I wasn’t working, I was sleeping.  Also, I made sure to take a variety of food with to ensure that when I was hungry, I would have something that I wanted to eat.  
  5. Fun – I know this may be strange in this type of list, but as Mary Poppins said, “In ev’ry job that must be done,There is an element of fun, You find the fun and snap! The job’s a game”  It is important to try to find the fun every day.  While it may be something so simple as looking at pretty flowers while taking a walk or spending some time with your children or spouse, it is important to get the relaxing feeling that doing something fun brings.  We’ve been scrimping lately because we want to save for a vacation this fall, but we still find ways to have fun on a budget.  The other day, the kids and I went to a local amusement park that doesn’t charge admission.  We had ride tickets left from last year that we used, and we only paid for an inexpensive supper and some ice cream.  It didn’t cost much, but we had a great time!

If you find yourself and/or your family going through some change, please make sure that it is only your hair that is going up and not your blood pressure.  ðŸ˜‰

 

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About Naomi M.

Naomi is a homeschool mom of two, one of whom is on the Autism Spectrum. When she is not working or schooling with the kids, she likes to kick back in the recliner to read or to plan the next family adventure.

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  1. Jenn @TheRebelChick says

    August 6, 2014 at 11:09 am

    Thank you so much for sharing your tips! I agree that diet, rest, family time and fun are absolutely necessary to survive any kind of change in your life. 🙂

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  2. Sara P. (@SensiblySara) says

    August 6, 2014 at 3:03 pm

    I am NOT a fan of change, but your tips are spot-on!

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  3. Jesica H says

    August 6, 2014 at 3:29 pm

    I should have my hubby read this, he doesn’t do well with change. I’ve learned to let him come to terms in his own time though and then things are usually fine. 🙂

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  4. LyndaS says

    August 6, 2014 at 4:59 pm

    Good tips. Change is not easy, but quite often good things come of it.

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  5. Karen Coutu says

    August 6, 2014 at 6:13 pm

    Great tips for dealing with change! Actually, they’re great tips for daily living in general too!! 😀

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  6. Crystal says

    August 6, 2014 at 7:39 pm

    I’m so glad you included fun on your list. Your attitude makes such a big difference in all things, especially dealing with stressful life changes.

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  7. Valerie Remy-Milora says

    August 6, 2014 at 7:52 pm

    These are fabulous tips because we all go through challenging times, many times, and I agree those may be hard to bear but they are ALWAYS a time of personal growth.. I do not believe they are punishment from God. I would not be able to get through tough times without knowing that God has my back.. Family .. essential. A healthy diet and adequate rest. Essential as well.. Open and honest communication — Amen, we all need that, good times and bad! And fun! I love your spirit 🙂

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  8. Tiff @ Babes and Kids says

    August 6, 2014 at 10:45 pm

    Prayer and family are right at the top of my list too. 🙂

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  9. Liz Mays says

    August 6, 2014 at 11:56 pm

    I think your number one reason is where I go first every time. It gives such comfort knowing you’re not alone.

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  10. Raijean says

    August 7, 2014 at 1:25 am

    Tell me about it, great tips!

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  11. Lisa says

    August 7, 2014 at 7:51 am

    I’m not a fan of change either.

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  12. Kira says

    August 7, 2014 at 11:47 am

    I wholeheartedly agree with #1 – prayer is my key to pretty much everything. I start with a prayer then everything else falls in line.

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  13. Lara says

    August 7, 2014 at 11:48 am

    Great tips! Prayer is at the top of my list as well. Change is not always fun, but necessary!

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  14. Melinda says

    August 8, 2014 at 4:41 pm

    i tend to lean on friends and family during times of change. I like to talk things through

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  15. Digna D. says

    August 9, 2014 at 3:14 pm

    Yes, change can be very stressful. For me diet and rest are number one when stressed. Usually a good nap and I am recharged and ready to go again.

    Reply

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