How To Deal With Unprecedented Times

BY: Satish Verma

The one thing that is constant is change.

We have always heard that change is the law of the universe, and it is happening all around us. One change is in the outer world, such as situations, nature, people, and people's behavior. All of them undergo changes.

Another change happens in our inner world. This includes changes in the way of thinking, speaking, working, behaving, and even eating and drinking. We generally change our way of living, and this change happens within us. Some changes can make us uncomfortable, while others are within our control. But regardless of the chance, once we understand what is happening, dealing with uncertainty becomes easy.

Whether a change is welcomed or perceived as a challenge depends on your age and whether you are looking for life or comfort. Young people are looking for life; they are not looking for comfort. They want to explore the world, and for them, change is exciting.

On the other hand, change becomes difficult as you get older because you have created cocoons of comfort around you. You have created many safety zones, and any disturbance or change to those comfort and safety zones will be difficult and uncomfortable. So, you're not looking at life with zest; instead, you look at life as safety. The more security-oriented you are, the more disturbed you will be with every change in your life.

However, change is the essence of physical existence. This is why everything in existence is changing and nothing is constant. If you resist change, you're resisting life. On the other hand, if you want an unchanging life, there's one beautiful place where nothing changes - that's your grave. So the choice is either you go to your grave, or you get enlightened.

As long as you're a part of the physical process of existence, there is nothing that is not changing. The big question now is how you can enjoy living in unprecedented times. With everything going on in the world, it's easy to succumb to negative thinking, but negative thinking has never served anyone, and I'm sure it won't serve you.

So, in case you struggle to stay positive, here is a list of things you can do. Study the list thoroughly or pick a few of the items and practice them daily, but how you choose to use this tool is up to you. If you don’t need it today, keep it around for when it may be helpful:

• Acknowledge that your mental attitude is the only thing you have complete control over.

• Pay attention to the thoughts you’re thinking about throughout the day.

• Find out what you want most in life and go after it.

• Think of someone who inspires you.

• Say or do something every day to make someone else feel better.

• Do something good for others.

• Understand that what kills you isn't defeat but your attitude towards it.

• Figure out what you love to do, and do it as a labor of love.

• Take inventory of every asset you possess.

• Don’t engage in self-pity.

• Don’t try to control other people.

• Give thanks for your blessings.

• Refuse to take anyone’s advice unless they give you a good reason to do so.

• Remember: power comes from refusing to accept circumstances you don’t like.

• Keep your body in shape.

• Trust that there are solutions to all problems.

• Rely on the positive examples of others.

• Align with people dedicated to success.

• Don’t talk poorly about other people.

• Have the courage to be yourself.

• Believe in the people you associate with.

• Review this list regularly.

When you resist change, you must understand you're resisting the very process of life. When you resist the fundamental process of life, you will invariably invite all kinds of suffering. It means if you're living and want to be dead, you are asking for a lot of trouble, right? Frustrations and depression will be a natural process. You don't want that. So, enjoy the change.

About the author:

After a failed business venture and declaring bankruptcy, Satish Verma used the principles outlined in “Think and Grow Rich” to start from scratch. Within six months, he got out of bankruptcy and built a multi-million-dollar business again. Realizing the impact "Think and Grow Rich" had on his personal and professional life, he undertook a mission to enrich the world through these principles. With permission from the Napoleon Hill Foundation, he opened up the Think and Grow Rich Institute. He is now the world's foremost authority on "Think and Grow Rich," endorsed by the Hill family and Napoleon Hill Foundation.

Satish has also been inducted as a chancellor of Success University by Junior Achievement and featured in a Hollywood Movie called "THINK AND GROW RICH --- THE LEGACY." The Napoleon Hill Foundation recently honored him with its prestigious Gold Medal for his entrepreneurial achievements. This medal is given every four years to one individual worldwide and is considered equivalent to the Nobel Prize in the personal development industry.