I haven’t really shared this loudly, but the past seven months have actually been quite a journey for me. After my dad passed away seven months ago, my relationship ended (the one I thought was “the one”), and I had to navigate a sudden financial struggle after some unexpected expenses at the start of the year.
It was hard. And I just had to keep going.
But I am sharing this today because I want you to know I am in a much better place now. Life is moving forward, and I am too. Things are actually great now! 😊
Last week, a client who is also a dear friend shared that he recently lost his job. In that very same week, I talked to another friend who is going through a similar situation.
It reminded me of my own recent challenges. So if you’re navigating difficult times r transitions in your life, here is something that I talked about based on my very personal experience:
1. Practice acceptance
There is a Buddhist teaching saying that pain is inevitable, but suffering is a choice.
Suffering usually comes from our resistance to what is happening. You don’t need to force yourself to be perfectly positive, grateful, or “manifesting happily” when things are hard. That pressure just becomes another burden.
Instead, accept what is happening first—including the sadness, anxiety, fear, and confusion.
Acceptance does not mean giving up. It simply means saying:
“This is what is happening right now. I don’t like it, but I can stop fighting the fact that it is here.”
When you stop resisting, your energy becomes lighter, and you can actually move forward.
2. Change the narratives
Your current situation is a transition, not a failure. Stop labeling yourself with heavy words like “unemployed” or “losing status” or “in crisis”. Changing the story you tell yourself changes the emotional energy around the situation.
Better narratives sound like:
“I’m in a career transition.”
“Things are different now, and it’s okay.”
“This is a temporary phase preparing me for something better.”
Also, I stopped saying “in this economy….” – I feel like this so-called “catchy phrase” brings very negative energy.
3. Use this phase to redesign your life
When your old routine suddenly disappears, it can feel scary, but it can also become a beautiful reset point. Ask yourself:
“If I could create my life from scratch today, what would it look like?”
Take a moment to look at everything: your work rhythm, daily routine, family time, health, and money habits.
What would you do differently?
4. Stop overanalyzing everything
Not every feeling needs to be solved immediately.
Sometimes, the right move is just acknowledging your feelings without diving down the rabbit hole.
Over-analyzing can just become another form of resistance. So, maybe try saying:
“I feel worried. I don’t fully know why. That’s okay. I can still be hopeful.”
If you are going through a difficult time or transition in your life, I can’t promise you that your problems will disappear overnight.
But I can wish that you, if you practice these, you will move through this chapter of your life feeling more grounded and peaceful.
Some days will be harder than others, and that is completely okay.
Know that all is well. Only good will come out of this situation.
You are safe.
As for me, what gets me out of bed in the morning now is knowing that I can still do good in the world. I can still choose to show up every day from a place of love and service. Just one day at a time.
You are meant to thrive.
And if you ever need my support, I’m here for you.
I’ve got your back. ❤️
With love and gratitude,
Inuk
Final Thought
“What you resist, persist.”
— Carl Jung
P.S. Going through a transition? Let’s hit the reset button together. Join my exclusive Design Your Life Workshop in Jakarta this Saturday, June 20th, to map out your next chapter. Details and registration here.
TRI NURAINI 
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