We all experience numerous transitions throughout our lives. This could encompass anything from starting school or having children for the first time to purchasing a home, changing jobs, moving, and approaching retirement. These transitions can be natural progressions, as well as those that are imposed upon us and may or may not be welcomed. While they can fill us with excitement and curiosity, pushing us beyond our comfort zones, they can also be uncomfortable and scary and evoke a range of emotions.
Common experiences during life transitions include:
- Feeling lost, stuck, or paralyzed
- Worrying that expectations and realities won’t align
- Disappointment
- Discomfort
- Feeling unsettled by the unknown
- Avoiding making decisions
- Being unsure of your next steps
- Not feeling ready
Life transitions signify both beginnings and endings, yet with every ending comes an opportunity for a new start. Together with your therapist, you will work through your life transitions by building the skills, support, and mindset necessary to thrive along the path ahead.