Riding the waves of change

Change can sometimes come into our lives at the most unexpected moments.

We may fear it, we may run from it, but when things change in our lives the opportunities for growth are immediate.

We have only to look at the gorgeous Irrawaddy dolphins of Southeast Asia to understand the power in adapting to our circumstances.
The dolphins adapted their hunting skills to combat a dwindling food supply. Instead of allowing their circumstances to be their demise, they found a new way to survive. They learned to aid local fishermen in order to find food.  The dolphins get first pick of the catch in exchange for driving schools of fish into their nets.
When faced with changes that we cannot control, we have the same opportunity to adapt, to find a way forward. Let’s not spend precious time describing the water as we drown.  Instead, fight to stay afloat.

Fighting against the unexpected changes depletes us; we live with power when we find our flow. Research shows that those who exhibit flexibility are better able to adapt to the ups and downs of life; they build meaningful reserves of emotional strength.

Welcome change into your life as if you had invited it. Ride out these waves, however frightening, with grace and flexibility.

You will adapt, you will overcome and ultimately you
will thrive.

T.D Jakes