Hello! I'm Meico. I'm a recovering workaholic who helps changemakers improve their well-being and increase their well-doing.
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The truth about change
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Hey Reader, Given the state of the world, I’ve been reflecting a lot on the nature of change. During the 2016 election, I was the communications lead for an association focused on ending HIV and hepatitis. There was the initial shock by many as the results were confirmed. Shock turned to anxiety and fear of funding cuts, program rollbacks, and the undoing of hard-fought progress. Then a sobering reality set in. The need for our work was still immense, and the work needed to keep moving forward. Period. It was time to roll up our sleeves, reaffirm the mission, and focus relentlessly on what was in our power to control as we navigated the journey ahead.
Needless to say, managing a transition like that was easier said than done. Now fast-forward to March of this year. The office I worked in during my time with the U.S. federal government was eliminated. No warning. No reasoning. News began trickling out one weekend. And the following Monday morning it was no more. The positions, programs, funding—all went poof just like that. Words can’t adequately capture the intensity of emotions that accompany such a sudden, capricious, and traumatic loss—especially for those who’ve devoted their lives to this work. Yet the need remains. The work must continue. Former colleagues and the community are figuring out how to pick up the pieces and keep moving onward. If you’re feeling the weight of this moment, I know you get it. You have your own stories you could tell about the challenges on your plate and the uncertainty ahead for you and your team. The truth is, change can be hard, unexpected, and uncomfortable. There’s never a "right" time for it. Not to mention the fact that we are naturally hardwired to avoid discomfort. But what if change in this season presents an opportunity to lean in and make a deeper, more lasting impact for now and generations to come? I know things may seem uncertain right now, but you were made for this moment. You’ve been through tough times before, and you have what it takes to make it through again. Keep moving, Meico P.S. I’m launching a new program called Thrive@Work to help committed changemakers like you meet this moment head-on. Thrive@Work is designed to give you the ongoing support and resources you need to skillfully navigate change, disruption, and uncertainty. If you’re wondering about Thrive@Work and want to learn more, join me Sunday for the next Mini-Retreat for Changemakers for a private gathering where I’ll be sharing more details. Mini-Retreat for Changemakers Did someone forward this email to you? Subscribe for free here! |
Hello! I'm Meico. I'm a recovering workaholic who helps changemakers improve their well-being and increase their well-doing.
Subscribe to get regular insights on increasing your well-being so you can sustainably increase your well-doing in changing the world.
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