How do you manage stress when handling multiple complex changes?

In my experience, when managing multiple complex changes in a software development project, I prioritized tasks based on their impact and urgency, delegated responsibilities to team members, and took breaks to recharge and refocus. I also practiced stress-reducing techniques such as meditation and exercise, sought support from colleagues and mentors, and maintained a positive attitude by focusing on the benefits of the change. Managing stress when handling multiple complex changes can be challenging, especially in a change management role. Here are some more tips to help manage stress: Identify stressors and how they affect you. Prioritize tasks and delegate responsibilities. Take breaks, practice self-care, and meditate.

Stress, and the likely triggers for all should be considered during complex projects and change management. One of the biggest stressors is the lack of psychology security when large organizational changes take place. Communication at relatable and appropriate levels must be carried out before during and after the project to give absolute clarity on expectations and to give the vision and mission the best chance of success. Regular check ins need to be planned to allow feedback opportunities and answer questions to provide confidence to stakeholders. Mental health continuum checks and employee mood level indicators can be used to track trends. Reassurance at all stages and ensuring everyone understands the goals and the workloads is key

Stress is something that should be expected anytime you need to make something happen. Managers manage stress and situations but leaders utilize and embrace stress to drive change. The important thing is to compartmentalize stress into buckets based on tasks. Break stress into smaller chunks related to specific tasks. Being uncomfortable is the best way to improve and drive positive change

Self awareness is the first step in managing stress successfully. Being able to notice your thoughts, your emotions and your behaviors allows you to catch what's triggering your stressful response to each situation and gives you the opportunity to change that path to a healthier one.

A few years back I gave a TEDx talk about how Change has become the dominant theme in business,…… politics, …….culture and society today. The bigger the disruption or change, the more emotional, mental and physical energy you’re going to use. The way you cope with all the change is by building up your "Resilience"....it's that little change-muscle in each of us that you can train and build stronger. Here are 5 tools that boost one’s resiliency during change….. - BEING…..POSITIVE - BEING.....FOCUSED - BEING.....FLEXIBLE - BEING.....ORGANIZED - BEING.....PROACTIVE RESILIENCE…… is one of the most valuable character traits you can invest in because it will serve you in every facet of your life. REMEMBER....CHANGE IS THE FUEL FOR YOUR GROWTH.

10 SOFT SKILLS YOU NEED AS CHANGE MAKER 92 % of INNOVATION projects STOPS due to a lack of buy-in and priority. Your soft skills make or break your success: 1. Communication: to inspire others and foster collaboration. 2. Creativity: to Think outside the box and to stimulate innovation. 3. Adaptability: to navigate the uncertainties. 4. Empathy: for better team dynamics. 5. Emotional intelligence: to help build strong relationships. 6. Problem-solving: to drive innovation forward. 7. Resilience: to bounce back from failurer. 8. Leadership: to inspire and motivate others to embrace new ideas. 9. Collaboration: to build a diverse and inclusive environment. 10. Strategic thinking: to effectively leading innovation initiatives.

There is an important Irish saying: ''Angels can fly because they take things lightly'' i.e. Let us remain humble through the situations

Stress is not meant to be managed but utilized effectively to achieve an objective. Think “ fear” … you can run a lot faster if you are being chased or think you are in danger.