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Change is a natural part of life. Most of us are continually making adjustments that reflect our changing needs or interests — switching majors in school, moving to another city, or adjusting to new co-workers or processes at work.

How you react to a change may depend on the results you think it will bring. You may feel excited about change that involves a gain, such as a promotion or a new baby, but you may worry about a change that involves a loss, such as a divorce or layoff. Accepting a sudden, unexpected change can be a big challenge. You want to have control over the situation and make everything better, but no matter how hard you try, you can’t control some things. When you accept the reality that you do not have full control over what happens in life, it becomes easier to cope. The best strategy for coping with change involves focusing on what you can control and letting go of what you can’t.

Even if you look forward to a change, adjusting to new realities can be stressful. One key to coping with these kinds of difficulties is to remember that with support, most people can adapt well to change. Depending on the nature of the change you face, you may want to turn to your family or friends, your manager or co-workers, a professional counsellor, or a support group whose members know what you’re going through and want to help.

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