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Change is an inevitable part of life. This has become especially clear in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has forced us to adapt everything from where we shop to how we work. You may find yourself feeling stressed as you balance your evolving personal and professional lives in this difficult time.
It's important to be proactive about minimizing these feelings of worry. Stress has detrimental effects on both mental and physical health. Investing in self-care will help you stay well in body and spirit. Who knows? You may enjoy the regimen so much that you'll end up making it a part of your everyday life (and we hope you will!).
This is just one example of how you can take the negative effects and turn them into positive changes. Read on for more inspiration on how you can thrive personally and professionally by embracing change for the better.
Harness the power of digital tools to upgrade your self-care, workout, and diet routine.
In light of stay-at-home orders and fears of infection, people around the world have relied on the internet to stay connected and get everyday tasks done. Embrace this trend and start using more tech tools to upgrade your self-care, workout, and diet routines. You can work out at home by taking part in internet fitness classes, and use services like Hello Fresh to get nutritious meal prep kits delivered right to your door. These tools also save you time, making it easy to juggle work and fun.
Be realistic about what changes can and can't wait.
"Freezing with fear" is part of our biological instinct, according to Psychology Today. Many people have put their lives on pause during this time. While it's fine to put off salon appointments and in-person social events, some plans should not be put off. Maintain your regular doctor's appointments, for example.
You also shouldn't put off life changes that will make your day-to-day life easier. For example, if your current space can't accommodate a home office and you're working remotely, moving to a larger space can save your sanity. Online platforms can help you house-hunt safely and provide insights into reasonable prices in your area.
Take advantage of the evolving workforce to upgrade your career.
Over the past year, many people have changed the way they work, with more companies now accepting telecommuting than in the past. If you want to change your career, this is a great time to do it. You can sharpen your skills and bulk up your resume by completing an online program while still keeping your current job until you're ready to make the move. You can earn degrees in computer science, business, nursing, and much more.
Seize the opportunity to tackle stress in your life head-on.
As a busy professional, you probably already deal with plenty of stress. Don't get bogged down. Now is the time to find ways to tackle fear head-on. You can try meditating every morning, for example, or book a massage every month.
This lack of control that people feel when things are changing in their world can be intimidating and leave you feeling stuck. Don't let fear paralyze you. Reframe the narrative and seize control of the changes by using them to your advantage. The tips above provide some inspiration to get you started.
Professional coach Terry Sidford of Create Your Life International can create a plan that clarifies your vision and leads to transformative success.