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3. Start "Acting As If"

3. Start "Acting As If"

Begin with the idea that you are already someone who can embrace change. Then, focus on showing up when change occurs rather than trying to force yourself to be something you are not yet. 

This way, you will feel like a person who should respond, rather than someone who is forced to. 

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