Comments on: Change Happens: Acceptance vs. Resignation

By: PATTI RAE

PATTI RAE — Wed, 30 Aug 2023 13:35:50 +0000

Sometimes change can feel like I’m walking through hot coals – very uncomfortable and to be avoided at all costs! The angst of a big change can make me break out in hives – literally! But I’m also smart enough, and have lived long enough, to know I won’t accomplish my goals if I’m only staying in the comfort zone. Change happens, and so does resignation of what we can and cannot realistically achieve. I’m getting better at knowing when to hang on and when to let go. Often, it is healthier for me to say; “No, I’m not doing that. It does not fit me or my agenda.” Speaking for myself, I have come to a point in my in life when I realize that I can no longer burn the candle at both ends. I don’t have that much wick left!

By: Cyndi Perkins

Cyndi Perkins — Mon, 28 Aug 2023 14:12:42 +0000

Coming in for me at the right time. Thanks for these observations and the podcast recommendation.
I think I’ve emerged from anger — maybe? — and am dancing with the different letting-go steps of resignation (Swan Lake) vs. acceptance (Beyonce Twerk). Either way, I’m dancing, so it’s all good.

By: Kylie

Kylie — Sun, 27 Aug 2023 17:43:51 +0000

I’ve always looked at change as something exciting to embrace. My bosses have called me adaptable and I think it’s one of my strengths.
I’ve also been listening to Carissa’s podcast for months and was super excited to see you on there because I read your books a few years ago. Loved the interview, I laughed a lot ?

By: Kristen Lamb

Kristen Lamb — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 17:45:46 +0000

In reply to Author Jan Sikes. Thanks, Jan for the comment love and the blog love ?? ? ? ? . MUCH appreciated! Oh, and happy to help! Let me know how it goes.

By: Kristen Lamb

Kristen Lamb — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 16:42:30 +0000

In reply to Kat Drennan. Awww thank you! I love hearing that. I put a lot of work into these and it is just a JOY hearing from y'all. It is a good feeling to know I can spread a little love and hope (((HUGS))).

By: Rachel Thompson

Rachel Thompson — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 16:09:42 +0000

I had the good luck of working in the roller coaster construction industry most of my life before becoming a writer. Change doesn’t bother me. I’m specious when things aren’t moving. Change was the standard when I later worked for newspapers. I have had radical deep falls and fails changes as well. That life is stable for me now surprises me. I feel like I need more changes. I can’t get magic changes. I’ve accepted that growing and learning, for me, is the best way to generate positive changes.

By: Author Jan Sikes

Author Jan Sikes — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 15:18:33 +0000

Change is inevitable and this line, “one dream must die to let another live” gave me a whole new idea for my WIP!! Whoo hoo! Thanks, Kristen!

By: Kat Drennan

Kat Drennan — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 14:11:06 +0000

Acceptance vs resignation. Brilliant! I always perk up when I see Kristenlamb in my inbox.

By: Sydney Baily

Sydney Baily — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:45:46 +0000

Forgot to mention that I linked to you on my website blog. 🙂

By: Sydney Baily

Sydney Baily — Sat, 26 Aug 2023 01:25:43 +0000

Will listen to the podcast tomorrow. But Kübler-Ross’s five steps got me good. I know where I’m stuck, and it sucks. Anyhoodle, thanks for another great post. If nothing else, the images make me laugh while the words make me think.