Jeff’s Journal
By Jeff Whitaker
I don’t know about you, but the word “change” invokes a lot of different emotions in me. In the last two years, a lot of things have changed, and we’ve all had to adjust. Sometimes, the thoughts of change are good. Other times, the idea of change can be scary. You know what I’m talking about. When change comes, you don’t know what to expect. However, there is a change happening now that I kind of like. Have you noticed the last few days and nights? The days have remained relatively warm, but as the sun sets, the temperature turns crisp and cool. Change is literally in the air.
You may love summer, or maybe fall is your favorite time of year. Either way, change is coming. We can’t stop it. So we have to prepare to adapt. For seasonal changes, we pull out warmer clothes. We begin to turn off the air conditioner at night. It won’t be long before we turn on the heat.
Just like with the seasons, our lives are constantly going through change. Careers evolve or change. Relationships grow closer or drift apart. Our children grow up, and family dynamics change. So, I guess the question I want to ask you today is this: Are you prepared and equipped for changes coming your way? Change is inevitable.
Here are three things to consider and be aware of as you think about change. First, recognize where you are in any given situation or circumstance in your life. Second, get a vision of where you want to go and what it will look like. Third, recognize what it will take to get there. Then equip yourself to make the journey. The reality is that you will always need to make adjustments along the way. However, you have to start with a preferred ending and an educated assessment of where change will take you.
I recently saw someone post on her Facebook page that she was in a “change kind of mode”. She wrote about intentionally making decisions to head in a deliberate direction of change. We’ve all heard that the definition of insanity is doing the same thing over and over and expecting different results. If you want to see results in your life, then realize that some things (possibly a lot of things) need to change. You accomplish that by laying out a plan of growth. In whatever area in your life you want to see change, pinpoint what it will take to see growth in that area. Ask yourself: What changes do I need to make to get to my preferred future? It’s all about being intentional. Embrace the change. It’s not as scary as you may think.
Jeff Whitaker is a veteran broadcaster here in South Jersey. He now draws on his experience and training to work with companies and individuals to develop effective storytelling, communications and leadership skills. Find free resources and ways Jeff can work with you at jeffwhitaker.com
