Mahatma Gandhi stated that no one could oppress you more than you crush yourself.

This is true, especially when it comes to change. I have witnessed people putting up with horrible conditions rather than change. And so, it is no wonder it is considered one of the most challenging things to deal with for a business.

For many people, there is nothing more fearful. They like the comfort zone of knowing exactly how everything works and knowing where they stand.

Many even resist promotions because of the unknown factor. They wonder if they will be able to do the job, whether they will understand what is required, and whether they will be able to communicate it to others.

Many successful organizations put plans in place for months to help their people deal with change. They will take them step-by-step to explain what is happening and how it will affect them. They have them as part of the process and have generally had in place training and upgrading seminars and classes.

I have also seen the results where companies have held back the information and left the employees in the dark. The fear of what might happen was generally worse than reality, and production was adversely affected.

Helping your staff grow and having them part of the process helps them and the success of the changes and the business overall.

It helps the staff understand that the problem is never wanting to change because fear stops them from advancing to their greatness. Marianne Williamson said it best when she said that many people fear their greatness more than their inadequacies. Yes, greatness.

They need to be able to handle the responsibilities or be in the spotlight. They think who I am is tremendous or talented. As Maryanne continues, who are you not to be? It doesn't do you or the world any good to play small.

Quite often, without realizing it, others are watching us to see how to act and be. If they see us hiding or acting like it is better to pretend to be untalented or afraid of growth and change, they will pick up on this and act accordingly.

When you shine your light and say it is ok to use your talents or make mistakes if you have tried your best, you also allow others to try.

This is an excellent gift for others, as change is a part of life. The world revolves around change; it is the natural flow of energy. All we must do is look at nature with its every season or at ourselves and others as they grow.

When we resist and fight it, stress is built up, and our health diminishes. We may even stop listening to others because we want to avoid hearing about anything related to change.

And, when we do not listen, it leaves us out of the loop, away from valuable information that could ultimately help you understand the changes needed to do your job and safety issues, which may be a vital part of the job.

If you have been fighting change all your life, you can start with baby steps and notice that in each step, the fear of the change is much greater than the change itself.

I have heard countless times from people who have finally stepped into the change, "If only.

I had done this sooner; I have missed out on so much by my resistance to change."

Start with clear goals in mind, whether the change is for your business or yourself. Write out why you want to make the changes. Then write out the benefits that will follow. Have them posted to help you or your staff get through the bumps and adjustments, and then celebrate the achievements. Everyone will be a winner in the end.

Sadly, some people do not bother to change.

"I believe that Resistance is the psychological counterpart to gravity in Physics. Because of it, change is not easy for humans. However, change is DO-able!"

-Jon Nare

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