The document discusses how to handle changes in everyday life that are external or outside of one's control, as well as internal changes that one can make themselves. It recommends accepting changes that cannot be controlled, adapting to life as it happens, and taking action in emergencies without panicking. For internal changes, it suggests envisioning success, maintaining patience and persistence over a month to form new habits, tracking progress, and getting back on track quickly if goals are not met.

1. SECTION 3- CHANGES IN EVERYDAY LIFE
HANDOUT 2
HANDLING CHANGES IN EVERYDAY LIFE
EXTERNAL CHANGES (Those that life throws at you)
Expect Change
Know the difference between things you can and can’t control (Serenity Prayer)
Give up any notion of how life should be and focus on life as it is
Adapt to things as they happen
Take action in emergency situations! Try not to panic.
INTERNAL CHANGES (Those you can do for yourself)
Usually more effective when we say “enough is enough”
Imagine what life would be like if you succeed
Time- It takes a month to form a new habit
Patience, Determination, Persistence and Endurance are four elements
needed to make your personal goals reality
Keep track of your progress
Maintain your new habits after reaching your goals
If you fall off the wagon, get back on it as soon as possible