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What does it mean?
Change is the only constant thing in the world.
In plain terms
Everything changes all the time.
What can you take from it?
Expect change in all areas of life.

Where it applies

  • life transitions
  • market shifts
  • relationship changes

Putting it to work

  • adapt quickly
  • stay flexible
  • plan for change

Questions to consider

  • What stays the same in your life?
  • How do you handle change?

Another view

Some things remain stable for long periods.

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