Sometimes the new – even when it's something good – is more frightening than the old. For example, a new job or a new relationship can cause anxiety and fear instead of joy. And that's normal! We all want change, but the brain fears the unknown. How does this work and why?

Psychologist Zoya Sotnikova (photo provided by Zoya Sotnikova)
Psychologist Zoya Sotnikova (photo provided by Zoya Sotnikova)

Together with psychologist and CBT therapist Zoya SitnykovaLIGA.net disassembles:

  • Why even good changes can scare us
  • Why is it difficult for us to leave our comfort zone?
  • Is fear of change always a bad thing?
  • Why do we stay, even when things are bad?
  • What is the difference between caution and paralyzing fear?
  • How to help yourself accept change
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