Change 2026
“Life is about not knowing, having to change, taking the moment and making the best of it without knowing what’s going to happen next.” Gilda Radner
Change is difficult for us all at times, especially when it is the unknown. Many children, teenagers and young adults may be facing the next step in their educational journey. Some will handle this step with ease with many being anxious of this new experience or new environment. The same may be true for returning students; who will be in their class, who is their teacher? Especially if the student has not had the opportunity for orientation to the new school.
Change can also be part of grief and loss; this is not only when a significant person or animal dies. It can be loss of work (termination or retrenchment), illness (both physical and/or mental health), relocation to another region.
Any transition period comes with a little discomfort and usually this resolves as we adjust, however, for some the change needs more time and/or work and this can be dependent on the type of loss and/or relationship you had.
Adjustment periods may be different for the different ages and stages. Consulting “experts”, such as the teaching staff, maternal and childhood nurse or your health professional will provide a good guide. Remember though, this is only a guide, and it may look different for us all.
An added disadvantage is when change is pushed on us, change at work or a relationship ending that you weren’t expecting. Being caught unawares, can make the period more distressing. Taking time to ensure that you look after yourself (as best as you can) during this period will assist you at this time.
I know that as humans when life goes south, we all go the negative for a period. This is how we have survived for many generations. As one of the friends always says, we don’t have to stay there. Making a conscious decision to look at the better moments of the day may assist in your healing.
Take care, reach out to family, friends or a health professional should you need. Whilst we can’t change what is happening for you, we can support you whilst the transition occurs.
PS: There is also a change at work, Daisy is now coming into the office. Not only due to the heat, but her best mate who she used to stay with has moved out of the region and she hates being alone!