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AMental Reset How Our Brains Handle Life Events
Jim Linenger shared some insights this month about experiencing a substantial career change. What he was describing is a life event, something that disrupts normal life, and the struggle to find order. Changing careers is an example of a life event. WHAT WE NEED As human beings, we need to feel a sense of purpose. We need to feel like we’re contributing members of society and others depend on us. Society has wired us to define ourselves based on our performance, rank, and accomplishments in a work environment. When a sudden career change happens, our identity and personal value sometimes come into question — even in our own minds.
When we have this kind of reset, it makes sense to assess a few things.
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• Your future is bigger and more impactful than your past. Do you believe that? • What kind of work would make you feel more fulfilled? • What are your areas of effectiveness? • Do you know yourself? • Do you have trusted relationships in your life that can provide some context at this time?
ZUCCHINI SALAD WITH TOASTED HAZELNUTS
All of these questions provide a strong foundation for finding clarity in times of confusion and insecurity.
With raw zucchini, toasted hazelnuts, and a robust Parmigiano-Reggiano, this early summer salad is a delight of different textures and flavors that will make a great side at your next cookout.
REROUTING YOUR (NEURO) PATHWAY As the most cognitively advanced creatures on Earth, it’s funny how easily humans can get stuck in their ways. John Bell, B.S. Bio-Psychology Neuroscience Cognition, University of Michigan, and co-founder of The LifeMethod ™ Process, tells us that our behavior is driven by thoughts and emotions processed through neuropathways formed by our experiences. “Years of experience in a certain line of work create very strong neural bonds through a process called long-term potentiation. The culmination of these experiences establishes what we ‘know.’” When we experience significant life events, such as a change in the direction of our career, we may find ourselves feeling a high degree of anxiety or low confidence as we face an unfamiliar future. All this works against what we “know,” creating a sense of anxiety, frustration, and maybe even fear. The good news is that our brains have a high degree of plasticity, meaning we can alter the neural pathways by learning new things and adapt to the changes in our environment. Like a muscle, if we exercise our brains by being intentional about experiencing and learning something, new neuropathways begin to form, and eventually, fresh ways of thinking and behaviors arise. Changing careers can be challenging and exciting as you increase what you “know,” and your long-term potentiation can be completely shifted into a new direction by consciously making small changes. By rerouting your path, over time, you can develop more-effective and beneficial behaviors to get the most out of your next career.
INGREDIENTS • 3 small zucchini (3/4 lb.) • 1/2 tsp lemon zest, grated • 3 tbsp fresh lemon juice • 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil • Salt and pepper, to taste
• 1/4 cup toasted hazelnuts, coarsely chopped • Mint leaves, for garnish • Parmesan cheese, preferably
Parmigiano-Reggiano, for garnish
DIRECTIONS
1. Using a mandolin or very sharp knife, slice zucchini lengthwise into extremely thin, wide ribbons. 2. Arrange zucchini ribbons on a plate, sprinkle with lemon zest, and drizzle with juice. 3. Drizzle oil over zucchini, season with salt and pepper, and toss. 4. Scatter hazelnuts over the top, garnish with mint and cheese, and serve.
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