Dealing with Change

Change Isn’t Easy

Change, whether it’s positive or negative, can create stress that affects both your physical and mental well-being. Sometimes this can even lead to unpleasant symptoms such as anxiety, sadness, and headaches. This is why you might find yourself struggling even after a positive change has happened in your life. Fortunately, there are steps you can take when dealing with change to help make those adjustments easier.

Evaluate your level of control. Sometimes it’s all too easy to become fixated on events over which we have no power, or people who might never change their actions or attitude. But rather than focus on blaming others or moving the unmovable, resilient people set their sights on what they can control. To evaluate your level of control over a situation, you can ask yourself, “What can I take responsibility for in this situation?” 

Be in the present. When you worry about what the future will bring or what mistakes you might make, you forget to be in the present and observe what’s happening around you. 

Focus on your values instead of your fears. Reminding yourself of what’s really important — family, friends, religious convictions, great music, creative expression — can create a surprisingly powerful buffer against whatever troubles may be ailing you.

Talk with a Professional
If you want to take steps to become more resilient, the company offers an Employee Assistance Program through Carebridge that has counselors available to support your efforts. This program is available 24/7 for you and all your household members. Six sessions per person, per year, per issue are free by calling 800-437-0911 (access code: SEHR5). To learn more about the EAP through Wittenbach, click here. Carebridge also hosts free webinars and support groups on a number of topics – you can view and register for upcoming events here.