ChangeArtist is an informational resource and supportive community for individuals going through change. There is also a book called ChangeArtist: Surviving Change, discussed below.
I (JoNel) have been through many, many changes in life, and I found that they often made me feel isolated or lonely, confused and anxious. This lead me to a desire to help others through changes, hopefully softening what can be a sometimes [Read more →]
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Categories reflect not only my research interests as an educator and scientist, but also things that I have found are important to understand about oneself. This is your opportunity to share with others, to learn from others, and to help others learn about themselves.
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When you are wondering what life is all about, you are searching for its meaning. When you wonder what you’ve been put on earth to do or be, you are asking about the meaning of your life. When you express the desire to make your life count, you are acknowledging the importance of having a meaningful life, and making a difference.
Having meaning in your life has long been recognized as an important element in enabling humans to cope with adversity and live with greater satisfaction. Knowing your life’s purpose can give direction to your life, and help you figure out where to focus your energy, time and money.
Your life’s purpose provides a singular, unifying theme in your life. It provides a focus that is uniquely YOURS. Your life’s purpose must be something that fits you—not your mother, not your boss, not your spouse. The focus of your life needs to fit you and your unique blend of personality, passions, talents and gifts.
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Category: Getting There
One coping strategy for change, as addressed in my book, is having a change of scenery. Coincidently, ‘Change of Scenery’ is also a recommended strategy for how to be more creative, or have more creative thoughts. Going somewhere else can add a new perspective, a new thought about an issue. You can sit outdoors, you can take a walk, you can take a trip–there are options! ‘Change of Scenery’ could even mean rearranging a room, couldn’t it?
I grew up on the Great Plains, so I took interest in this article. When I was young, I loved the wide open spaces, the blue skies, and yes, we even had buffalo herds in a local preserve in the State Park. I was so pleased to see they are being restored!
I would love to hear your ‘Change of Scenery’ coping strategies in the Community section of this web site.
Outgoing link: New York Times, Journeys | The Great Plains: Back to Nature and Ready for Guests in the Great Plains
Category: Environments · Getting There · Spaces & Places
This is so true! They always ask at the doctor’s office why you are there, and you have to answer in front of others what’s wrong and sometimes it is embarrassing.
There’s nothing worse than a Doctor’s receptionist who insists you tell her what is wrong with you in a room of other patients. I know most of us have experienced this, and I love the way this old guy handled it:
An 86 year old man walked into a crowded waiting room and approached the desk…. [Read more →]
Category: Aging Body · Body
Many people feel emotions so intensely that the negative emotions disrupt their lives. They are so depressed, angry, fearful, hurt or guilty that they cannot enjoy their lives and be happy. This is a problem for them, as well as for those with whom they interact.
The challenge is figure out what to do about your emotions. Often this means identifying what you are feeling and what to do about it; other times it means letting go of the negative emotion so that you are able to get the lessons from their life experiences and move on.
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Category: Awakenings · Getting There · Spirit & Soul
