Sometimes, however, we become rigid in our belief that there is only one vehicle through which we can meet those needs. Recognizing one's needs and accepting them, while remaining flexible and open to the possibility of meeting them through different channels, may be the key to successfully coping with change. We all exhibit the following reactions to change, some noticeably, others more subtly. In the early stages people feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. People tend to think first about what they will have to give up.
People feel alone, even if everyone is going through the change.
People are at different levels of readiness for change. People will be concerned they don't have enough resources. People will revert to old behavior when the pressure to change eases. For more information about managing change, click here.