There is something so attractive about a “fresh start”. We’re filled with optimism, there’s a pep in our step, and the possibilities are boundless. This lasts for a whole… oh, I don’t know… 5 minutes, before we can easily begin a dizzying spiral downward.

While I’m a proponent of new beginnings (and certainly a proponent of optimism!) , I’m going to highlight some not so commonly shared pitfalls of this Blank Slate narrative.

I purposely don’t mince my words here as it’s critical that clients approaching a big life change such as Retirement understand the importance of vision and preparedness.

Change and transition have an uncanny ability to disrupt several life dimensions. If not our relationships, then our emotional health. If not our emotional health, then our environmental (home, office, etc) health. If not environmental then our physical health….
You get the idea.
Due to the synergy of our lives and interplay between all dimensions, each area will feel some sort of ripple effect, even if it’s not hit the hardest by the transition.

But, when exactly will these disruptions happen?

Fresh off the heels of Halloween, I’m intrigued by the reality - or idea - of fear.

As a Coach, I regularly help my clients navigate fear. Rather than the hair-raising, scream-inducing fright of a zombie, it’s most often the immobilizing, painful unknown of a foggy future. The majority of my Coaching is Transition Coaching. Client’s are either currently navigating a personal or professional change or anticipating one. With six years of Coaching under my belt, I’ve learned there’s a unique relationship between change and fear that most everyone experiences.

Having Pam as a consistent and trusted sounding-board has made a world of difference not only in my peace of mind but also in my growth as a woman and a business owner.

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