possibility…

Speaking of change-ability, change has been keeping me from my blog writing these days. One might think that given my commitment to write about 50 ways to be “change-able,” that I’m keen on change. The reality? Not so much. My preoccupation with ways to experience change with a modicum of grace fuels my daily scanning of change-related research and articles. Lately I’ve come across a few simple, practical, and powerful ways of staying afloat that I’d like to share.

Change-ability tip #21 is also the title of the wonderful 16 minute video below: Validation. “Validation” is defined as an official mark of approval or worthiness… meeting the requirements or standard. To feel validated as a person is to receive acknowledgement of our value and worth. As we go through our day we have many opportunities to “validate” our family members, neighbours, and co-workers. And of course, receiving validation can make all the difference in how we experience our day. Validation creates the positive emotions and self-esteem so essential for facing change. Watch this short video for a wonderful demonstration of validation at work.