Our reality is defined by our perceptions, and change creates a shift in that reality. When we are faced with uncertainty—new systems, new expectations, new roles—we must be prepared to manage our own perceptions in response.
There’s a pattern I keep noticing in my work with leaders—and once you see it, it’s hard to ignore. When things feel uncertain or fast-moving, capable people tend to respond by taking on more: More responsibility. More problem-solving. More emotional labor.
