
Why change is so scary -- and how to unlock its potential | Maya Shankar
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The Scary and Transformative Nature of Change
Change is scary because it's uncertain and involves loss. We prefer knowing that bad things will happen rather than dealing with uncertainty. However, unexpected change can inspire lasting change within us, shifting what we're capable of, what we value, and how we define ourselves. Paying attention to these internal shifts can expand us instead of limiting us.
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