Episode 304: Embracing Life Transition - Overcoming The Heaviest Emotion During A Time Of Change
How to embrace the most powerful emotion during times of change
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SHOW NOTES
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In this episode, Pascale covers the topic of how to handle the most challenging emotion that surfaces during a time of change.
01:22 - Revealed: the most challenging emotion that surfaces during a time of change.
02:03 - Explaining what fear is.
02:27 - Fear camouflaging itself.
02:48 - Fear of uncertainty.
03:20 - Common fear of failure.
03:46 - The empowering twist
04:04 - Fear and the three phases of life transition.
04: 24 - Fear and the long goodbyes.
04:40 - Fear and the messy middle.
05:05 - Fear and the new beginning.
05:29 - The magic recipe for overcoming fear.
05:49 - Living your life powerfully.
06:35 - Nugget of inspiration from Susan Jeffers.
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FULL TRANSCRIPT
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Hi beautiful souls, I am your host Pascale Gibon, and I am thrilled to welcome you to episode 304 of the Everyday Life Balance Show. Thank you for tuning in.
The topic we will cover in this episode is how to handle the most challenging emotion that surfaces during a time of change.
So, any guesses on what that emotion might be?
I believe that it is fear, for sure. Fear tends to be the heavyweight champion of emotions when we navigate changes.
And two main fears come to mind:
- First, there is the fear of diving into the unknown, the uncertainty or hazy territory where we are unsure of what’s next.
- And secondly, there is the fear of failure, as discussed with the wise Élina Gilad in episode 302.
Don't we all desire change to improve our lives? However, how do we handle fear during a time of change?
Before I answer this question, let us put on our fear detective hats for a moment. What is fear, really?
It is said that F.e.a.r stands for 'False Experience Appearing Real.' In other words, we create a story, like a negative scene in a disaster movie that has not even happened yet. Usually, we expect the worst outcome.
Fear camouflages itself in many ways. It slips in through the stories we whisper to ourselves using the “I can’t” language and the actions we do not dare to take.
If this scenario applies to you, imagine this: what if you could envision a different experience where fear takes a back seat?
Let's move on to the fear of uncertainty. Heavy fear of uncertainty can freeze us, preventing us from taking risks and pursuing big dreams.
Do you remember that student of mine? She confessed her fear of change because she was uncertain that her life would be greener on the flip side. But here is the thing: you will not know until you leap and make it happen. The consequence of lamenting our circumstances is that we remain stuck in the status quo.
What about the common fear of failure?
Let’s take Eliana’s journey as an example. She boldly moved from The US to Portugal, but fear still lingers even amid a well-planned leap.
Questions pop up like: “Did I make the right decision?” “Is this the right move?” After all, she has left back in the US life, friends, and memories. Yet, here is a more empowering twist: How can I craft this new chapter into the most remarkable experience? Whether purposefully leap or accidentally tumble to change, a mindset of adaptability and flexibility is essential.
Do you remember Bill Feiler’s three stages of life transition from episode 303?
- Phase #1: the long goodbyes
- Phase #2: the messy middle
- Phase #3: the new beginning
Guess what? Fear takes the stage in all three phases:
In the long goodbyes, we will fear failure and wonder whether we made the right decision. Second guessing can creep in. The solution? Feel the fear, do what is necessary and forge ahead regardless.
Amid the messy middle, fear might make you worry about feeling incapable of handling difficult situations. That is where you will change your perception game to build resilience. Remember how you successfully dealt with storms in the past and bring your courage to the forefront. Can you replicate your success strategy?
Then comes the grand finale, the new beginning. Fear of the uncharted can stop you from making bold moves with courage and confidence. But remember, feeling the fear and pushing through can be your ticket to stepping off that fence and striding forward. Make fear your ally.
The magic recipe for overcoming fear is to embrace it. Remind yourself of your intentions, why you took this path and why you made these choices. It is the 'why' that powers intentional change, and it is the 'how' when change is not on your agenda.
I invite you to live your life powerfully.
Supercharge your life by embracing fear as your guide to growth. Maybe that first step feels like a leap of faith with fearful emotions trying to keep you rooted.
As Trent Shelton wisely noted, keep your perspective in your power. Remember that growth is outside of your comfort zone. What is the truth about conquering fear? It is about mustering courage and building a resilient spirit to handle the rollercoaster of emotions that change brings.
I hope this episode has empowered you to feel the fear and do what is necessary anyway.
I would like to end this episode with a nugget of inspiration from Susan Jeffers, author of “Feel The Fear And Do It Anyway:”
“Pushing through fear is less frightening than living with the underlying fear that comes from a feeling of helplessness.”
So, go ahead and live your life powerfully!
I truly hope you found this episode insightful. Keep implementing the 'aha' moments.
Remember, now is your time to shape your journey step by step.
I look forward to connecting with you next Monday.
Until then, have an incredible week, take care and may your days be filled with love and light.
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