Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Part One: Writing a Plan
• Method 2 of 3: Part Two: Taking Action
• Method 3 of 3: Part Three: Coping with Change
• Tips
• Warnings

Perhaps you are fed up with what you are doing now, or you want to improve a mediocre existence, you can make the instant decision to change something now so that you can enjoy a better, more fulfilling life. Sometimes you should act first and think later, instead of accumulating dreams and not doing anything else with them. Changing life around you is a journey that you can handle. Take the first steps to a new life now.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Part One: Writing a Plan

1. 1 Write what you would like to change. Sometimes the changes are so big, so amorphous, and so frightening that you just don't want to think about them at all. But there is something you can do about it, and you can do it right now. Take a piece of paper and a pen. Write down the following things without thinking for a long time:
   • What is going well in your life now? You need to be aware of what you love as well as what you dislike so that you don't end up ruining the positive things in your life. You can also list your strengths here so you know what you need to build on as you go through the process of change.
   • What do I dislike about me or my situation? Do you hate your job? Are you in an unhappy marriage? Write down the parts of your life that make you unhappy.
   • Pick the first 3-5 things you would like to change. Again, quickly and without much thought, write down the steps you can take to bring about change. Don't overdo it here - there will be plenty of time for fine adjustments.
2. 2 Read everything you have written. You've just created a quick, personal transformation plan. Over time, you will be able to refine this plan. At this point, you've shattered those big and vague feelings of “it's all hard to change” and turned them into concrete steps.
3. 3 Break down the steps on your list into action items. For example, if you decide you hate your job and want to quit, figure out the steps to take to get started.
   • Convert common statements into something more actionable. For example, instead of writing something general like “find your passion,” choose something that is effective and specific. Instead, you can write “go to a career coach” or “take an aptitude test”.
   • Turn big projects into small to-do lists. For example, instead of writing “find a new job,” break it down into steps like “update your resume” or “create an account on a job site”, “research new companies”, “write a letter of resignation”.

Method 2 of 3: Part Two: Taking Action

1. 1 Find out what you can do in the next 48 hours. If necessary, take a break from work or ask someone to help you look after the children. Take as many of these small steps as you can in the next 48 hours to get on the road to change. Here are some examples:
   • To get out of an unhappy relationship: Talk to your partner, find new housing, pack your belongings, ask friends to help you move.
   • To make yourself healthier: Throw all unhealthy foods out of the fridge and lockers, get a gym membership, talk to supportive people, buy new sneakers
   • To move to another city: find an apartment in a new city, put your current home up for sale, start throwing away things you don't want to take with you, call friends and family to tell them the news.
2. 2 Stop waiting for the right moment to start. Tell yourself that it doesn't matter what time of day or day of the week or month of the year. Planning changes for later will only serve as an excuse not to commit them. Make the most of today and start your new life.
3. 3 Don't let yourself get bogged down in thinking. Sometimes you need to think long and hard before making a big leap, such as a career change or moving to another city. Other times, thinking too much becomes an excuse to never do what you passionately want to do. Tune in to the plunge and think about it later. This approach can set you free.

Method 3 of 3: Part Three: Coping with Change

1. 1 Clean up your surroundings. Nothing can refresh your mind as well as letting go of what's holding you back. Ask yourself if you really want those piles of papers, DVDs that you don't watch, or things that you don't carry. Tidying up to create openness will also help you make room for new thoughts.
   • Start with your desk, your bedroom, your bag, your computer, or other little clutter.Start from one corner, or one shelf in the room, or take apart one pile of papers.
   • Come up with solutions to keep order in the future. For example, decide to devote 20 minutes a day to tidying up your house or apartment.
2. 2 Take care of yourself. Taking good care of yourself goes hand in hand with any successful transformation. This is a way of saying to yourself, "You are really important, and I make time for what is important." It is also a way to give yourself confidence in a new situation.
   • Look great on the outside. When was the last time you had a haircut or pedicure or manicure? Do you need new clothes? Part of creating a new self can involve changing your appearance. Investing in good looks is investing in yourself.
   • Exercise regularly and eat healthy foods. When you're afraid of life changes, it may be tempting to hide at home and engage in some serious emotional eating. Instead, take care of yourself. Take a 30-minute walk every day and eat foods that are good for your body.
   • Check it out. When was the last time you visited a dentist or therapist? Your body may need tuning in order to be at its best in your new circumstances. You don't want an unknown problem brewing in your physical health.
   • Start keeping a diary or blog. Journaling will help you privately sort out your thoughts about a new situation, while blogging will allow others to share the journey with you.
3. 3 Find support. Encourage your friends and family to support you during the transition. Join a trust group or talk to a counselor if changes in your life make you feel anxious or depressed.
4. 4 Have patience. Sure, you may have taken big steps to change your life in a matter of hours, but getting used to the change will take some time. Don't go back to old ways or old circumstances just because you feel fear or uncertainty about your choice. Give yourself 6 months to a year to adjust to your new climate. When some time has passed, if the changes did not make you happy, then you can always return to the way it was before.

Tips

• Don't think about it too long, or you will annoy yourself. Once you've made it a goal, follow it. No if, and or but.
• Make sure you have enough money to make changes if they require money. For example, don't just quit your job if you don't have any savings to count on, especially if people depend on you financially.

Warnings

• Think about how the change will affect your family and friends before taking the jump. While it’s great to rush forward and take control of your life, it’s good to make sure you don’t hurt or hurt the people you love.