AMAA: Change with Psychologist Rashida
We all know how the saying goes - "The only constant in life is change". When I heard this in my teen years it scared the crap out of me. The thought of having to face change constantly felt so daunting. As life has moved on and I look back on all the changes I've adapted to I wouldn't have it any other way because I can't imagine who I'd be today without all the periods of transition I've come up against.
In saying this, it isn't like change is easy and I'm sure we can all agree that the mammoth changes we've all seen in the past year is enough to make anyone's head spin. So, that's why we're welcoming a brand new guest who is going to unpack this topic with us. Rashida is a psychologist and has worked with the likes of Triple J Hack, Lad Bible Australia and RUSHH Magazine 
We are going to be tackling all things change - whether it's aging out of services, transitioning out of school, adjusting to covid or going through a physical change. As always, shoot your questions through and on Monday the 1st of March we will get Rashida's professional opinion on how to make the most of change.
We will be kicking off this LIVE chat from 7pm - 9pm!
@Lost_Space_Explorer5 Hahaha yes! 
It's funny because I always forget that I've written the letters.
Haha thanks @GuestPsychologist1 🙂 I like the idea of trying to focus on things we can control during uncertain times
@Lost_Space_Explorer5 welcome! 🙂 so glad you are here.
Hi @Lost_Space_Explorer5 ! No worries at all, it's lovely to see you here 🙂
I agree @GuestPsychologist1. I remember we learned a theory about a 'social clock' during my undergraduate degree. Some events are expected during certain points in our lives ('on time' events) and some might not be ('off time' events). I think it would be harder to deal with something that you wouldn't expect to happen at that point in your life.
@WheresMySquishy what a great explanation and theory. So perfect for this question and you’re exactly right. Also a good talking point that even when events may be ‘on time’ events, we may then feel like we ‘should’ be better prepared for them when they happen, but still be left feeling overwhelmed by the emotion they bring up. An example is we all know we will eventually graduate and leave school or university and move into the next stage of our lives however it can still be really difficult when it comes about.
So excited to be here, thank you so much for having me.
A little about me - I really love creating and collecting art - I find looking at (drooling over) beautiful interiors of places i dream of living on social media cathartic. I love nature and being in the ocean any opportunity i get and in a pre-Covid world i loved travelling and immersing myself in different cultures and their cuisines.
Welcome @GuestPsychologist1 ! We are super excited to have you joining us tonight, thank you so much for joining us!
There's been some great questions coming in - we will be kicking off the chat with Rashida at 7pm AEST tonight 🙂
Just thought I'd quickly tag people who are online/ may be interested in joining us! @Eden1717 @priyaaaa @WheresMySquishy @hunginc @Lost_Space_Explorer5 @MB95 @Tiny_leaf @Anzelmo @A_Friend @ayrc_1904 @Bingo1234 @wanderingwasp @Wathan
It should be a really good one @WheresMySquishy !
Everyone get your questions in as Monday the 1st is fast approaching 🙂
