Why We Fear Change, Even When We Want It.
I’ve always been someone who craves change. I’d get restless in the same routine, the same environment, always eager to move forward and explore new opportunities. But what I didn’t realize was how much fear of change was woven into that desire. The irony? Even when I wanted it, I found myself resisting it, terrified of what it could mean for my future. When I was younger, I had this constant urge to switch things up—whether it was changing schools, jobs, or moving to a new city. On the surface, it seemed like I was taking bold steps to build the life I wanted, but deep down, I was overwhelmed with anxiety at the thought of letting go of the familiar. I had no idea how to adapt to the unfamiliar without feeling like I was losing control. I remember the first time I decided to move away from home for a new teaching position. It was exciting, yes, but also terrifying. I was leaving behind everything I knew and had grown comfortable with, from family to friends, and even the rhythm of my ...