Change is a constant factor in people’s lives and cannot be ignored. I have encountered many changes in my personal history. One of the most notable changes is transitioning from my undergraduate level to the master’s level of education. I had various reactions to this change such as reconciliation in which I had to let go of the old ways of thinking and behaving which made me feel anxious. I also had to reorient which led to a need to explore new ways of working. Lastly, I recommitted which meant accepting the change and committing to the new ways of doing things. This ensured I had appropriate resources to deal with the change. These are some of the reactions I had to this change.
Various personal tools can be utilized to effectively navigate change. First, there it is vital to have a clear vision and strategy of change (Errida & Lotfi, 2021). It involves clearly defining change and developing a vision and strategy for change. The vision articulates the reasons for change and envisions the future in addition to expected outcomes. Second, it is vital to ensure you are ready for change as it is considered vital for increasing the chances for successful change (Mladenova, 2022). It involves assessing the personal readiness level which enables one to formulate interventions and dedicate appropriate time and plabbing. Furthering education requires significant time and resource investments. Therefore, readiness to change involves assessing whether there is enough time and resources to ensure sustained change. Third, it is vital to appropriate stress management techniques that help to relax during times of stress due to change (NIH, 2020). For instance, staying connected and making new friends helps to keep reassured and calm. Lastly, it is vital to set goals for change which provides a roadmap. The goals should be clear and achievable. ‘
