Learning to Adapt and Trust Yourself

Embracing Flexibility, Problem-Solving, and Self-Reflection

As parents, professionals, and individuals navigating life, we often face unexpected challenges that force us to rethink our approach.

Lately, I’ve been reflecting on this through my own experiences, particularly as a mother.

One of the hardest lessons I’ve learned is that sometimes, no matter how much planning and structure we create, life unfolds in its own way. And the real challenge? Learning to embrace that shift rather than resist it.

Putting the Child First

Recently, I had to make a tough decision regarding my son’s schooling. He was unhappy in his current environment, and as much as I wanted to push for change within that setting, I had to recognize something important:

It wasn’t about blaming the environment. It was about focusing on his needs.

Too often, we get caught up in playing the blame game — faulting schools, workplaces, relationships, or even ourselves for things that don’t go as planned. But real problem-solving begins when we step back and ask:

What does this situation need in order to thrive?

For my son, it meant stepping away from that particular school. And for me, it meant…