We've all heard it... The one constant thing in life is change! Recently I went to a workshop on the subject and learned some great tips from Mary O'Neill, MA MFT. a Professional Trainer. You can check out her website at, www.maryoneill.com
It was good to start out the New Year thinking about change and what I would like personally for 2015. We all have personal goals and desires. We all make plans and do our best to make the life we want. But then... stuff happens. Change. How do we deal with life's unexpected events? If we are in a position of leadership, how do we help those around us? It is good to reflect on these questions from time to time.
For me, the cherry blossom is a reminder of the element of change in our lives. In Japanese culture the cherry blossom symbolizes mortality. It only blooms for about 2 weeks a year. During that time it is extremely beautiful. And then it goes away. Until next year. For me the cherry blossom is a symbol of change.
When I am in the midst of change, I remind myself that it is only temporary. When I work with others going through change, I remind them of this also. Often times it is only after the change is complete, that we can look back and appreciate how beautiful the process really is.
