Navigating Change: Leading with Our Hearts
- Tammy Waldron
- Mar 20
- 4 min read
Turning Inward
We are living in a disruptive time—major changes are happening all around us. Whether in our personal lives, families, work, or communities, the world is shifting, and uncertainty can feel overwhelming.
It’s natural to feel the pull between holding on to what’s familiar and stepping into something new.
Change can bring loss—letting go of roles, identities, relationships, or versions of ourselves that once felt safe. And at the same time, change carries the promise of new beginnings—opportunities, growth, and expansion.
But what if, instead of resisting the unknown, we leaned into it with an open heart?
What if we trusted that the doors closing are making space for something even greater?
What if we recognized that the discomfort we feel is a signal—not of fear, but of transformation?
When we center in our hearts, we move beyond fear and into trust. We stop reacting and start leading.
But before we can move forward, we must first restore, renew, and recalibrate.
RESTORE: Releasing the Past and Healing the Heart
What are you holding onto that is keeping you from moving forward?
Every transition—whether it's personal, professional, or spiritual—requires letting go of something in order to make space for what’s next. But letting go is rarely easy.
Maybe you're holding onto an identity, a belief, or a version of yourself that no longer fits. Maybe there’s an emotional weight—grief, fear, or resentment—that keeps pulling you back. Maybe there’s a story you've been telling yourself about what’s possible, and it’s keeping you small.
We cannot move forward if we are still gripping onto the past.
Restoring ourselves starts with awareness—acknowledging what we’re carrying and allowing ourselves to release it.
Reflection Questions:
What emotional burdens am I still carrying?
What am I afraid to let go of?
If I released this, how would it change the way I move forward?
Grief and expansion can coexist. We can honor what was while stepping into what is becoming.
RENEW: Reconnecting with Your Heart and Energy
Who are you when you are fully aligned with your truth?
Once we release the weight of the past, we create space for renewal. Renewal is about remembering who we truly are, reconnecting with our values, and stepping forward with intention.
The world around us may be shifting, but the most important alignment we can make is within ourselves. Our values serve as our compass, guiding our decisions and shaping our future.
Reflection Questions:
What do I truly value?
Am I making choices that align with those values?
Where in my life do I feel disconnected from my truth?
When we are disconnected from our values, life feels exhausting. We chase external validation, overextend ourselves, or feel adrift without a sense of direction. But when we live in alignment with our values, everything shifts.
Renewal also requires restoring our energy. Healing, growth, and change take energy, and we can’t pour from an empty cup. This means:
Prioritizing self-care and stillness, allowing space for clarity to emerge.
Nourishing ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally.
Surrounding ourselves with relationships and communities that uplift and support us.
When we renew our connection to ourselves, we stop just surviving change—we start thriving in it.
RECALIBRATE: Aligning with Your Strengths, Vision, and Values
Are you living in alignment with who you are meant to be?
Once we restore and renew, we are ready to recalibrate—to align our lives with our strengths, vision, and purpose.
So often, we underestimate our strengths. We dismiss them as “just something we do” rather than recognizing them as our unique gifts to the world.
At the same time, our values serve as our barometer and compass. They shape our decisions, influence how we respond to challenges, and help us move with clarity, even in uncertainty.
Identify Your Top 2 Core Values
Take a moment and reflect:
What are the two values that matter most to me? (I love the values work of Brene Brown, Dare to Lead list of Values https://brenebrown.com/resources/dare-to-lead-list-of-values/)
Am I living in alignment with these values?
When faced with a choice, how can I use these values as a guide?
Think of your values as a compass—pointing you in the direction of your most aligned path. When life feels overwhelming or decisions feel uncertain, return to these values and ask:
Does this choice honor what I value most?
Am I saying yes because it’s true to me—or because of fear, obligation, or expectation?
Recalibrating is about making intentional choices. It’s about recognizing that every decision we make—where we focus our time, energy, and attention—either pulls us closer to alignment or further away.
When we lead with our hearts and step into our strengths, we no longer feel lost in the chaos of change. We become anchored in who we are meant to be.
Be the Practice: Heart-Centered Meditation
Navigating change isn’t just about thinking differently—it’s about practicing a new way of being.
I created this Heart-Centered Meditation as a tool to help you:
Release the emotional weight of uncertainty
Align with your intuition and inner knowing
Step boldly into what is calling you forward
Recognize what is closing and make space for what is opening
Get instant access to the full 25-minute ThetaHealing meditation here:
Step Forward with an Open Heart
The world is shifting. Opportunities are waiting. New paths are unfolding.
The question is—are you ready to trust yourself enough to walk through the door?
You are not alone in this journey.
If you feel called to go deeper, join my free Healing Circle on the first Friday of each month at 1 PM EST. It’s a space for healing, connection, and expansion—because you don’t have to navigate this alone.
💛 You are here for a reason. The world needs your light, your truth, and your gifts—now more than ever.
Are you ready to Rise?
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