Dealing with Adversity

“Embrace Change” is a useless platitude mouthed by someone who never really thought about its full implications or is a masochist. Many changes are impossible to embrace. This list might include loss of a relationship, loved one, health, job, money, and such. We may not choose what adverse changes might suddenly spring upon us. But we always choose how we respond. Whenever we experience a significant loss or major setback, we often experience the first few steps of the SARAA formula. Whether we successfully go through to step number 5 depends upon our choice of whether to be a Navigator, Survivor, or Victim. 1) Shock 2) Anger 3) Resentment (Pity City) ..........................................Major Choice Point 4) Acceptance (Letting it rain) 5) Action (Navigating) How do you get to stage #5 when dealing with serious loss or major catastrophes in your life? How do you help others get to stage #5?