By Bree Winkler LPC
 | Change is often viewed as scary, uncomfortable, and/or anxiety-provoking. Those are not happy words! Why do so many people (you included?) believe change = bad? Some of the definitions of “change” in Webster’s Dictionary include:
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These definitions are not something to fear. Instead, they give me feelings of hope, determination, excitement, eagerness, and anticipation. So, does this mean change = good?
| Whoa! Mind shift! Doing something new is entering into the unknown. When a person can’t control the outcome, negative feelings and fears surface. I’ve experienced this as well (too many times in my life!). However, when I am honest with myself, nothing new (and better!) has occurred without change. |  |
- First day of school: Every year, from Kindergarten to post-graduate classes to working in a school as a counselor, is a new start. There is hope each year for the possibilities of what will occur. There is also worry: “will I have classes with my friends?” “will I be liked?” “is my teacher going to be nice and helpful?” “is my outfit okay?” Whew – that is a lot of worry about the unknown. Then, the day starts and you smile at a friend and feel confident. You learn throughout the year and feel proud. You forget about those worries and enjoy the newness of this year. Change = Good!
- Moving: Whether you are renting or buying; choosing to live with roommates, a partner, or alone; moving down the street or across the country; moving towards something or away from something; moving is exhausting, overwhelming, and can be complicated. However, those aren’t really reasons to stay. You move to grow. If you didn’t accept that this type of change was needed, you will still be living in your childhood bedroom! Change = Good!
- Dating: Most people don’t want to be alone. People usually like to be around others; to be accepted by others. However, dating means opening yourself up for rejection. No thank you! But, then you are lonely. So, that isn’t good. In order to find your soulmate, you have to meet people. You only need one date to be “the one.” Therefore, change occurs over and over in this category while you look for your Prince (or Princess). Is it always fun? Not for me! But, it is necessary to achieve your personal relationship goals. Don’t give up on yourself or your happiness. Change = Good!
- Professionally: Staying in the same job, same location, same everything is a rare trait in professionals today. People need to feel purposefully. People need to evolve. Often, this desire for change and fulfillment creates an internal conflict; do I stay or do I go-go? If staying means you feel unmotivated, unhappy, unfulfilled, and unnecessary, then a change is needed. Embrace the newness; embrace the unknown for the possibility of professional fulfillment! Change = Good!
 | Have I convinced you that you can handle change? I know I have convinced myself 😊 I am excited (nervous, but determined) to announce: I will be expanding my Counseling Session hours beginning Summer 2018! Stay tuned for the new hours! |
I also want to THANK my current clients for trusting me and continuing on this journey for self-improvement and healthy CHANGE! Change = Good!
Bree Winkler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta, GA. Her company is Private Counseling LLC. New clients are currently being accepted. Contact Bree today for more information.
Bree Winkler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta, GA. Her company is Private Counseling LLC. New clients are currently being accepted. Contact Bree today for more information.
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