Suresh and Priya, a newly married couple who faced a big challenge in their married life. Just two months after their wedding, Suresh got a promotion at work – but it came with a catch….. (Continued) explained by a Change Anxiety Management Therapist Mumbai – Dr Sharmila
Suresh and Priya, a newly married couple who faced a big challenge in their married life. Just two months after their wedding, Suresh got a promotion at work – but it came with a catch. He had to move to a different city for two years, while Priya had to stay back because of her job.
The situation was hard for both of them. Suresh, who was usually happy and full of life, started feeling sad and worried. He was anxious about living alone in a new city and couldn’t express this emotion to anyone. Everything felt new and strange – the place, the people, the work pressure. Priya also felt very lonely and upset about living away from her husband.
When things got difficult, they decided to try Family Constellation Therapy. During their online therapy sessions, they discovered something interesting. Suresh’s fear of adjusting to new places wasn’t just his own – it had a deeper story.
It turned out that Suresh’s mother had gone through similar feelings many years ago. When she got married and had Suresh, she also struggled with moving to a new place and adjusting to a new life. But she never talked about these feelings with anyone. Without knowing it, she passed these fears to her son Suresh.
During therapy, when this connection was found, things started to make sense. Suresh’s mother finally got a chance to talk about her old fears in constellation. This helped Suresh feel better. Once they understood where these feelings came from, Suresh started feeling less scared about his move.
Though Suresh and Priya still lived in different cities, they learned better ways to handle the situation. They found new ways to stay close despite being far apart. Suresh slowly started feeling excited about his new city instead of scared. Priya also became stronger in handling the distance.
Their story shows us how our problems today might be connected to our family’s past experiences. When we understand these connections, it becomes easier to deal with big changes in life.
Sometimes, what looks like a personal problem might have roots in our family story. By understanding this, we can find better ways to face life’s challenges.
This therapy helped Suresh and Priya turn their difficult situation into a chance to grow stronger – both as individuals and as a couple. Their story gives hope to others facing big changes in their lives.
Life is full of changes. Sometimes they excite us, but often they leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious. As a managing change anxiety therapist, I’ve seen how transitions can affect people in different ways. Let’s explore this journey together.
Think about the last time you faced a big change. Maybe your heart raced, or your mind wouldn’t stop spinning with “what-if” scenarios. That’s your brain’s natural response to uncertainty. Our minds are wired to prefer the familiar – it’s a survival instinct that served our ancestors well. But in today’s fast-paced world, this same instinct can leave us feeling paralyzed when facing new situations.
Our bodies have clever ways of telling us when change is affecting us. One of my clients recently described it perfectly: “It’s like my body is speaking a language I didn’t know I understood.” Sleep becomes elusive, digestive issues crop up, and that flutter in your chest becomes all too familiar.
But it’s not just physical. You might find yourself overthinking every decision, experiencing mood swings, or actively resisting anything new. These are all normal responses to change, though they can feel overwhelming.
Change comes in many forms. Moving to a new city might mean leaving your comfort zone and building a new social network from scratch. Career transitions bring professional uncertainty along with workplace adjustments. Relationship changes – whether it’s marriage, divorce, or new family dynamics – can shake our emotional foundations.
Change can be in the following situations in life:
As a managing change anxiety therapist, I often help people uncover why they react to change in certain ways. Your response might be influenced by:
While change can feel threatening, it often carries unexpected gifts. Through my work with clients, I’ve witnessed remarkable transformations. People discover strengths they never knew they had, develop new skills, and gain fresh perspectives on life. Change, though challenging, builds resilience.
Managing change doesn’t have to mean facing it alone. Simple techniques can make a big difference:
Sometimes, we need professional support to navigate significant changes. Consider reaching out to a managing change anxiety therapist when:
Remember, the goal isn’t to eliminate anxiety about change – it’s to learn to move forward despite the uncertainty. Break down big changes into smaller steps. Practice accepting what you can’t control. Look for meaning in the transition.
Change may be inevitable, but feeling overwhelmed by it isn’t. With understanding, support, and the right tools, you can navigate life’s transitions more smoothly. Whether you’re facing a career shift, relationship change, or any other life transition, remember that seeking help is a sign of strength, not weakness.
Remember, everyone’s journey through change is unique. As a managing change anxiety therapist, I’ve seen countless people transform their relationship with change from one of fear to one of growth. Your journey might not be easy, but you don’t have to walk it alone.
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