How many people do you think are waking up with the monumental task of job hunting every morning? How many more people are nervous about getting notice that their job has been terminated when they get to work today? Let’s face it, things are changing.
I could take the initial approach of making the current U.S. economic disaster light and fluffy and start barking out about positive thinking, but the truth of the matter is that right now people are scared. Families are condensing to cut costs and have shelter, stability and security that were once taken for granted are now being reassessed. Sure, good things come from hard times, but what about those moments when you wake up paralyzed by fear and just don’t know what to do next?
First of all, try reminding yourself that you are joined by many. A few years ago people were panicked by the possibility of not having a perfect credit score but now the entire approach to credit is transforming. A few years ago many people were focusing on concerns about having “more stuff”, or improving what they already had…now many of those people are downsizing and appreciating what they have. Do you see how this all comes down to perspective yet?
Yes, circumstances are what they are based on the perspective of the observer, but what if you do not know how to change your perspective? Don’t panic, because you are not alone. Right now I see a time where people are being reminded of what really matters to them; getting reminded of their core values. I see people looking at financial security as false security, and with that new perspective, new plans are in the works.
Instead of our days being filled with idle routines and meaningless actions we are being forced to rethink where we put our focus and energy. I live in Michigan, and Michigan residents have been hit by the economic shift drastically. But the entire country is feeling effects too. Remember that we are all in this together. Friends are becoming abundant now more than ever because people are placing more value on support. Don’t be afraid to ask for help as you restructure your world to move with the changes. Face your fears but realize that everything is always changing, moving and transforming…even you.
Now is the time to come together and help each other. Offer what you have to offer, whether it be comfort, encouragement, a room for someone to sleep in, whatever you feel moved towards. Then receive with the same compassion as you offer. People are scared, and that is okay. But people have been in circumstances much like those that are being faced today and have overcome. And think about all of the changes that came about from that struggle that has helped us shape our world into a better place. With struggle, we grow. With fear, we connect with others. See what benefits might be coming out of your personal situations and keep looking for more. If you do, you’ll notice a shift in your perspective and then a shift in your actions as well. You are not alone, so reach out and talk about it.
Namaste’
Jennifer Tavana
Well Said Ms. Jennifer