A Bit of Optimism Preparing for Change with Cassandra Worthy
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Jun 27, 2023 Cassandra Worthy, an expert in change management and author of "Change Enthusiasm," shares her insights on navigating the emotional turmoil of change. She discusses how fear can signal opportunities for growth, drawing from her personal experiences with addiction and recovery. Worthy emphasizes the dangers of numbing emotions and advocates for proactive emotional readiness. With practical strategies, she encourages embracing discomfort and vulnerability to foster resilience, connection, and adaptability in both personal and professional realms.
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Fear of Change
- Fear of change stems from leaving our comfort zones and facing the unknown.
- This fear is rooted in concerns about assessment, perception, and the feeling of venturing into uncharted territory.
Comfort in the Known
- Even in undesirable situations, there's comfort in familiarity and predictability.
- Change brings uncertainty and fear of unmet expectations, but this fear can be a valuable tool for growth.
DUI as a Catalyst
- Cassandra Worthy shares her journey to sobriety after a DUI arrest.
- This fear-inducing event became a turning point, leading her to acknowledge her alcoholism and embrace sobriety.
