Instead of giving way to the fear that anxiety often morphs into; instead of defaulting to our corners and sinking into depression because of our lack of control; instead of lashing out in anger at the powers that be (or the nearest human being); how about we embrace our shared uncertainty? It shakes us to our core; it disrupts our security, our stable foundation and makes us feel unsettled, even a bit lost. I now embrace uncertainty and anxiety and practise mindfulness daily.. Recovery is possible and to everyone out there remember this quote ‘those who learn to suffer actually suffer much less’ so put yourself out there, agree with your brain and do healthy things that align with your values. Complexity thinking is increasingly being embraced in healthcare, which is often described as a complex adaptive system (CAS). To overcome our overwhelming anxiety about the future, we need to let go of our desire to control every event, factor the unexpected into our plans, embrace uncertainty and flow with the wild current of life, trusting that it will takes us to new and exciting places.

Find joy. Only then can we do the best we can with the situation we’re in. Behaviours to Reduce Uncertainty Anxiety Level (0 to 10) Delegating important tasks at work to others, without checking up on how it was done 10 Not calling kids on the cell phone when they are out with friends 8 Going out with friends and letting them make all the plans 6 Checking in with yourself, finding creative ways to cope, and maintaining all forms of your health are just some of the ways in which you can manage your anxiety.

When we accept things the way they are, when we embrace not knowing, only then can we make do with the way things are.

Manage your stressors. It is natural to uphold a level of control, yet we need uncertainty to prevail since the seeds of opportunity lie in the unexpected. The authenticity needed comes from there being an unambiguous understanding of what a promise means in terms of the timescales, resources and skills available to deliver, as well as the will and determination to do what is required to make it happen. To overcome our overwhelming anxiety about the future, we need to let go of our desire to control every event, factor the unexpected into our plans, embrace uncertainty and flow with the wild current of life; trusting that it will takes us to new and exciting places. In fact, it is one of the top contributors for anxiety, depression and stress these days. But you can manage the anxiety, frustration, and confusion that arise in uncertain situations. There are many ways to cope positively with uncertainty, and it’s important to learn what works best for you. By embracing it, I mean lean in. In fact, uncertainty only causes worry and anxiety when we wish/work/want against it. There are ways to love and embrace uncertainty and it makes sense to see uncertainty as your friend rather than your foe because just about everything in life is uncertain. But you can manage the anxiety, frustration, and confusion that arise in uncertain situations. We all have to face uncertainty in life. One thing can snowball into another and soon you are looking at the road ahead, absolutely dumbfounded about which way to go. The Key to Embracing Uncertainty. Without embracing uncertainty and honouring promises a new future cannot be created. Uncertainty can be the glue for anxiety if you allow it. Here’s the tough truth for managers: You’ll never achieve perfect clarity and control of your work. By embracing uncertainty and adapting innovatively, complexity thinking enables system actors to engage meaningfully and comfortably in healthcare system transformation. How To Embrace And Get Comfortable With Uncertainty In Life.