For lots of people, change can be daunting. For others, it can be exhilarating.

One thing is for sure – change is inevitable. Some people can go through significant career changes.

Everyone has their own way to evaluate their life and what they want to do with it.

It’s important to keep thinking about what you really want, as your happiness is paramount. If you’re internally at peace, you’ll inevitably do a better job and have a more positive impact on those around you.

Another aspect to consider is whether the thought of a career change is an aberration or a real shift in perspective and priority. We all go through tough times throughout our lives and sometimes it’s hard to see the wood from the trees.

This is particularly the case in relation to careers.

It does pay to sit back and reflect on the “real” reason for feeling unsettled. It could be a permanent feeling or it could be a fleeting thought that passes.

Another area common to see change is with an individual’s health.

Some people have a medical diagnosis that necessitates change, while others can see the writing on the wall in relation to where their health is heading – and it’s a place they don’t want to go.

For all of us, I think our health should be a priority – this encompasses physical and emotional wellbeing.

Some people aren’t able to control their health outcomes but – for the majority that can – having a healthy body will stand you in good stead for the years to come.

Being healthy will give you more energy to be able to achieve the things you really want to do.

Some people seem to be able to naturally keep fit and healthy and for others it may take some intentional work. Having other people in your corner that assist you and keep you accountable will be of benefit.

I have also seen examples where people have been tested with not so pleasant experiences, particularly in a career sense, and it has seemed to them a clear sign it was time to make a change.

In cases like these, it may well be a clear signal that a change is the best thing for this person. Or, it may be that it’s an opportunity to think deeply about what the future holds.

Although it can be uncomfortable at the time, sometimes a major upset ultimately ends up being the catalyst for proper introspection, which will probably lead to the best outcome.

For any individual, it’s vitally important they are doing something they really like, which aids with them working towards their core purpose.

Time and energy spent in this initial phase of working out the real reason why you want to do something is really important.

For those people with a propensity to please people, they can find it difficult to pursue endeavours they really want to.

It’s not selfish to do whatever floats your boat. Start rowing.