Uncertainty in the Face of Change: How to Care for Ourselves Through the Process
It's normal to experience fear when you're faced with challenges or with big changes that are outside of your control, or even to question our path on a journey of personal growth. Please know that these feelings can be overwhelming, and it's okay to ask for support, and to give ourselves some extra kindness and care.
It's okay to feel all of the feelings in the face of an unexpected change, especially when the cahnge is unwelcome or unwanted. Unwanted or uncontrollable change can bring up feelings of grief, natural resistance and a desire to bounce back to the status quo, irritation, or even anger. In these times of stress there are a few things we can do to help ease our suffering.
This blog provides some tools to help us manage the big feelings that come from big changes:
Mindfulness: Take a few moments to simply notice the changing weather, the leaves changing color, the feeling of the grass under your feet. Luxuriate in the temperature of the air on your skin, and the way the light hits differently at different times of day.
Nature is a constant reminder in both the predictability and unpredictability that can come from change. By observing the ebb and flow of the seasons we can connect with something that is constant in our lives.
Self-Empowerment: Are their small ways you can take control of your life today in spite of unwanted change? Can you engage in a simple act of kindness, accomplish something, beautify your space, or pour into yourself in acts of self-care? What will give you a bit of control to help you feel empowered today?
Lead with Love: Social support cannot be underestimated. If you feel like your support system is supportive in this moment then reach out to talk, embrace, or just spend time with them. If you are feeling isolated, pour that love into yourself or a pet. Giving love just feels good!
Care for Self: It’s okay to take a break, disconnect and make space for your feelings, or to cope in healthy ways. If you need to take a mental health break, take a walk, avoid screens, or care for yourself in another way, it’s a positive thing to do so. By filling our own cup, we can stay grounded and available to others.
Acknowledging Grief: Grieving an outcome that you had hoped for helps you move toward acceptance. It’s natural and normal to feel the full range of feelings that can accompany a major change.
Helping Teens Cope with Uncertainty in a Changing World
Today’s teens are growing up in a world filled with uncertainty—social and political unrest, global conflict, environmental changes, and a constant stream of information on social media can all feel overwhelming. It’s no wonder that many young people report feeling anxious, hopeless, or unsure about their future. When the world feels unpredictable, trauma therapy can provide a grounding space for teens to make sense of their emotions and learn to navigate uncertainty with resilience.
In counseling for teens, especially through trauma-informed approaches, we help young people connect back to their inner sense of safety. Through body-based grounding techniques, mindfulness, and self-compassion practices, teens can learn that even when the outside world feels unstable, they can cultivate stability within themselves. Therapy also offers a space to talk openly about difficult topics—political division, injustice, and fear for the future—without judgment.
At Counseling and Nature Therapy Center here in Frisco, Texas, we often remind teens that they don’t have to carry the weight of the world alone. Healing begins with reconnecting to community, to nature, and to one’s authentic values. By learning emotional regulation skills and building awareness of their nervous system responses, teens can move from reactivity toward thoughtful action. Trauma therapy helps them find their voice, strengthen their sense of purpose, and remember that small acts of kindness and courage can make a real difference—even in uncertain times.
In what ways can you connect with others, empower yourself, lead with love, engage in self-care and acknowledge the loss of an expected outcome? What ways can you have compassion for yourself in the face of great change? What ways can you move forward with love in your community? When we are feeling out of control, remember that we have the ability to impact our microcosms of community with inspiration and love.
If you need support for rapidly changing political issues that are impacting your life, need support for your teen, or to process these things in trauma therapy, learn more at Counseling and Nature Therapy Center. Our Team of Therapists is available to support you on your healing journey. If you are ready to book, Contact Us. Our licensed therapists provide in-person and virtual trauma therapy and counseling for teens in Frisco, Texas.
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