Change is inevitable, yet it’s often met with resistance. Through mindfulness, we can cultivate an attitude of acceptance, and regain some agency. Change is inevitable. Winter turns to spring, high school seniors become college freshmen, and college grads are transitioning into the workplace. Though it can be exciting, there is no denying that for most of us, change is hard. It requires a willingness to be uncomfortable as one adjusts to new circumstances. It asks us to venture out of our comfort zones and forces us to grapple with new and unknown situations, feelings, and environments.

One need look no further than our current political environment to see the intricacies of change in action. For some, the new presidency elicited feelings of joy and excitement—for others, fear and anger. However, no matter what one’s political leanings may be, there is no denying that one can see the reverberations of change across the globe. To read more from Theo Koffler, click here.