Rolling with the change

Posted in Wellness on Aug 13, 2025

As the seasons shift around us - edging from winter to spring, from one life chapter to the next - we’re reminded that change isn’t something to resist. It’s something to honour.

This month, we celebrate not only the achievements of women but also the evolution of women - at every age, in every stage. From the carefree energy of our 20s to the rooted confidence of our 40s and the wise calm of our later years, womanhood is not one fixed identity. It is a journey of becoming - again and again.

So, how do we roll with change, rather than let it roll over us?

Whether it's a career pivot, an empty nest, or a shift in priorities, change can often bring discomfort. But it’s also fertile ground for growth. One of the most powerful things we can do during a time of transition is to shift the narrative from fear to opportunity. Instead of asking, “What am I losing?”, we can gently ask, “What am I making space for?” This mindset opens the door to self-discovery and healing.

It’s also time to let go of rigid timelines. There is no deadline on self-reinvention or joy. You are allowed to start new things at 30, 50, or 75. The world may tell women to "slow down" or "settle in" at a certain age, but the truth is - your timeline is yours alone.

In times of change, self-compassion is non-negotiable. We often extend grace to others while holding ourselves to impossible standards. But transition requires softness. Speak to yourself the way you would speak to someone you love. Be patient with your process. You’re not behind - you’re becoming.

At the heart of this journey is the simple act of being proud of who you are right now. Not just the version of yourself from five years ago, or the one you're hoping to become, but the woman standing here today. The laughter lines, the resilience, the wisdom in your eyes - they are all signs of how far you’ve come.

Every season of a woman’s life holds power.

You are allowed to shift. To rest. To bloom. To reinvent. You are allowed to take up space, to say no, to start again — not in spite of your age or stage, but because of it. So this Women’s Month, take a moment to honour yourself or a woman you love - not just for what she’s survived, but for how beautifully she continues to evolve.

Roll with the change. And take pride in every version of you.