Change is the catalyst....

It has been said that "if" is the biggest word in the English language. The word is filled with remorse at chances missed, opportunities not taken and painful lessons learned.

Another small word with great meaning is "change." This short word is, for many, the scariest word ever uttered. Many people seem to convulse when faced with life changes. Of course, change can be good. End a harmful relationship. Alter our diet, exercise more or decide to do something else for our health. Change jobs. When we make a decision on our own we are in control. That is why we don't mind this type of alteration to our life.

Many people seem to experience major trauma when faced with unplanned change. Even when the change will ultimately help us and provide opportunities for growth, we seem to balk. My thought is simply because fear of the unknown creeps into our mind.

So why do we fight against change we know we need? Why do we not seize the opportunity? Probably because we are comfortable where we are. Does comfortable equal contentment or apathy? That is probably a fine line, and probably depends on the person and situation.

Should we change for the sake of changing? Again, maybe it all depends. What we need is wisdom.

A brilliant lyric from a song I like states, "Change is the catalyst that puts my life in motion." So maybe it is time for a change. Stay tuned!