Facing into change requires intent and an open state of mind. The opposite is denial where, consciously or not, we choose not to see what is happening or deflection where we deliberately direct our attention to other things. The result at best is delayed action or procrastination, a bad version of groundhog day, or at worst a descent into cynicism and hopelessness.
Our first task, therefore, is to see and find the origin of this resistive behaviour not just to eliminate it as we shall see but to get to its root source. Getting in contact with the underlying anxiety or uncertainty which are trying to avoid can not only help us to deal with it but can also be a source of innovation. In Zen terms, the obstacles to change become pathways. The same forces or circumstances that create uncertainty can also drive creativity and innovation.
For many problems, there is a simple solution and it’s right! - I would not give a fig for the simplicity this side of complexity, but I would give my life for the simplicity on the other side of complexity.” Oliver Wendel Holmes Jr Sometimes we seem to go out of our way to make things complicated and difficult to do, to put needless obstacles in our … Continue reading For many problems, there is a simple solution and it’s right!
The best way to deal with resistance? - Facing into change means first facing into our resistance to change. Paradoxically by embracing or joining the source of the resistance we can see more clearly what changes we need to make and why. How resistance serves us In a turbulent world there is a lot to be said for stability, for maintaining our course, … Continue reading The best way to deal with resistance?