Coping with Change: How to Manage Stress During Major Life Transitions

When Life Change Feels Harder Than You Expected

Change has a way of stirring things up,  even when it’s a change we’ve chosen.

Whether it’s a move to a new city, starting a new job, bringing home a new baby, or simply entering a new season of life, transitions can leave us feeling emotionally scattered, physically drained, and unsure of our footing.

Big changes have a way of throwing us off kilter. I know this firsthand. After recently relocating myself, I’ve seen just how much a big life change can impact our routines, nervous system, and sense of self. Even positive transitions can bring moments of grief, uncertainty, and stress that catch us off guard.