<p class=””>One thing that is certain, we know that adjusting to change can be challenging. Be it planned or unplanned, gradual or sudden, change is inevitable and very much part of being human. Over the past few months, we’ve experienced an unprecedented shift in our way of life due to COVID-19. Pre-pandemic, who would’ve thought that toilet paper could become as precious as gold! And now, a trip to do a weekly grocery shop seems like an adventure of its own! Before we know it, we’ve (reluctantly) let go of our old normal and now settling into what seems to be our new normal.</p>
<p class=””>Even when society starts up again, there will still be restrictions and we are facing fundamental shifts to our way of life.</p>
<p class=””>It is very human to miss the old ways, and as with any change (at the best of times!) it’s easy to feel a sense of loss.</p>
<p class=””>Throw in a pandemic, along with changes to routines and plans for the weeks and months ahead in 2020, and it’s more important than ever to acknowledge the challenges and difficulties that we face in light of COVID-19.</p>
<p class=””>Yes, there will be denial, anger, maybe even depression and acceptance, as we pivot and adjust to our new normal (whatever form it may take). But it’s important to give yourself time to grieve what you have lost.</p>
<p class=””>Once you’ve allowed yourself to grieve, there will be more space to start embracing your New Normal.</p>