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PONDEROSA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB NEWSLETTER FACING FEAR OF CHANGE THE NEW NORMAL There are reasons why everyone has a ‘comfort zone’. Basically, everyone has a fear of change because of the level of uncertainty associated to change that makes so many people avoid it. The hardest changes to understand are the ones that are unexpected and out of our control. Now, for instance, we are in the throes of a global pandemic that is challenging everyone to adapt to a new normal. 2 ways of coping with change • Escape coping • Control coping Escape coping is the most common. It involves avoiding or taking deliberate actions to avoid the difficulties of the change. During the current pandemic, for instance, there are still people who deny the importance of face masks or social distancing. Control coping, on the other hand, is positive and proactive. You refuse to behave like a “victim” of change. Instead, you manage your feelings and do whatever you can to be part of the change. In reality, most of us respond to change with a mixture of both escape and control coping. Stages of Reacting to Change We usually react to change in four stages, although there is often no clear-cut, decisive move from one stage to another. 1. Shock and disorientation Experiencing a sudden, big change can feel like a physical blow. For example, sudden loss of job due to a global financial crisis, a sudden death in the family or health issues that threatens security and stability that changes your fundamental outlook on life. Initially, there is confusion and uncertainty. The first priority should be to keep calm, be rationale and to seek reliable information to make sense of the situation. Positivity at this stage is important. 2. Anger and other emotional responses The initial shock or disorientation will often accompany strong emotions such as anger, anxiety, or fear of the impact of loss or potential loss for you and your family. It is natural to feel swings between pessimism and optimism but the most important is to avoid suppressing your emotions. It is ok to talk about it to a loved one or to cry even, but eventually the key is to manage them by acknowledging how you feel. 3. Coming to terms with the “new normal” You are starting to let go and think of the next ‘new’ step. This process may be slow, and you might be reluctant to acknowledge it, but it’s an essential part of coping with change. The key here is to make a commitment to move on. Be patient as coming to terms with change is a gradual process. 4. Acceptance and moving forward Here is where you come to fully accept your changed circumstances. Acceptance doesn’t mean giving up entirely on or forgetting your former situation but that you are beginning to move on, whether in your career or in your wider life. You can set yourself goals and create an action plan to make the most of your new situation. Adapted from an online article in https://www. mindtools.com
PONDEROSA GOLF & COUNTRY CLUB NEWSLETTER ACTIVITIES Monday 8.30PM - 10PM MUAY BORAN (ADULT) Tuesday 7AM - 8.30AM TRADITIONAL YOGA Wednesday 7PM - 8PM WUSHU SANDA Thursday 7PM - 8.30PM TRADITIONAL YOGA Friday 7AM - 10AM TENNIS LESSONS 8PM - 9.30PM MUAY BORAN (ADULT) Saturday Sunday 7AM - 10AM TENNIS LESSONS 9AM - 10AM MUAY BORAN (CHILDREN) 10AM - 11AM | 11AM - 12PM | 4PM - 5PM | 5PM - 6PM READY STEADY GO KIDS (RSGK) 5.15PM - 6.15PM MUAY BORAN (CHILDREN) By Appointment: • Scuba Diving • Swimming Lessons • Personal Training Waiting for vaccination? Better boost up the immune system by charging your metabolism through exercise. National Day 42 km Virtual Run (Non-competitive) 21 August - 12 September 2021 No hassle! Start running from Saturday, 21 August, and over 23-days you can accumulate your 42 km distance. Track and record through any of the Running Apps (Garmin, Strava, Huawei, etc), and submit by 12 September 2021 @ 11.59pm. Prizes: * Best Picture * Best Video For more information, call or WhatsApp the Sports Team at 016-702 7852
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