Shifting Our Mindset in Times of Transition: From Doubt to Worthiness

Change is hard. 
 

Even when we choose the transition, a new job, ending a relationship, moving to a new place, starting something fresh, our minds often want to replay every worst-case scenario. The doubts come creeping in late at night. The anxiety whispers, “Was this the right decision?” The inner critic gets louder: “You’re not good enough for this. What were you thinking?” 

And if a transition chose us, an unexpected loss, a health scare, a change we didn’t ask for, the fear and uncertainty can feel even more overwhelming. 

Here’s the thing: 
You are good enough. 
You made the best decision you could with the information and strength you had at the time. 
You are allowed to be scared and still show up for yourself. 

The Power of Mindset 

Mindset isn’t just a trendy word. It’s a daily practice, and it’s often hardest to hold onto in the messy middle of a transition. 
 
Shifting from negative to positive thinking doesn’t mean denying your feelings. It means honoring them without letting them take the wheel. When our thoughts spiral into “I can’t do this” or “I messed up,” it’s time to interrupt the pattern and ground ourselves in a new truth: 
 

“This change is hard, but I am stronger than I realize.” 

“I may not know what’s next, but I trust myself to figure it out.” 

“Growth feels scary because I’m moving beyond my comfort zone.” 

Coping Skills to Anchor You 

When the negative thoughts feel like they’re taking over, here are tools you can use to bring yourself back: 

Grounding Techniques 

- 5-4-3-2-1: Name 5 things you see, 4 you can touch, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste. 

- Take your shoes off and feel the ground, literally connect to the earth beneath you. 

- Deep breathing with your hand on your heart: Inhale confidence, exhale fear. 

Mantras & Self-Talk 

- “I am safe. I am capable. I am worthy.” 

- “This is temporary. I can do hard things.” 

- “I don’t need to have all the answers to take the next step.” 

Manifesting the Good 

Manifestation isn’t magic, it’s mindset plus movement. Start with: 

- Writing down what you want to feel (peaceful, inspired, confident) 

- Visualizing yourself handling this transition with strength 

- Taking one small action each day toward the life you're building 

Stay Focused on What You Want 

It’s easy to spiral into what isn’t working or what could go wrong. But what if we gave that same attention to what we do want? 
 

Try this: 

- Journal: “What am I calling into my life right now?” 

- List three things going right today. 

- Celebrate small wins — they add up. 

Final Thoughts 

Whether you're in a season of chosen change or navigating the unexpected, you are not alone. Transitions are rarely neat and tidy. But they are opportunities to grow into who we’re becoming. 
 
So, if your mindset has been dipping into self-doubt, let this be your reminder: 
- You can do this. 
- You are enough. 
- You’re doing better than you think. 
 
Stay present. Stay grounded. And when you can, look ahead, there’s something good waiting on the other side.