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EPISODE · Sep 11, 2025 · 53 MIN

BONUS SEASON: Navigating The Human Side Of Change

from Making Positive Psychology Work · host Michelle McQuaid

Ever wonder why change feels so much harder than it did in the past? We're in an unprecedented supercycle where disruptions collide and create ongoing "Oh FUD!" responses - Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt that are flooding our nervous systems. Based on our work with organizations around the world, we share why traditional approaches miss what matters most and introduce our HEART framework for supporting teams through the emotional reality of transformation, even when uncertainty is the only constant. 1:49 Michelle discusses the concept of a "poly crisis" and why we are in a supercycle of change for the foreseeable future. 5:43 Michelle explains the "Oh FUD!" feeling many of us are having about change. 16:28 Michelle explores why assessing the dimensions of safety and predictability for change can improve our confidence. 20:02 Michelle introduces the HEART of Change Framework to help us navigate people's emotional and social experiences of change. 37:18 Michelle explains "H" - Honoring Feelings. 39:50 Michelle shares "E" - Engaging Purposefully 45:30 Michele introduces the "A" - Appreciate Strengths 47:02 Michelle outlines "R" - Reach Out 50:01 Michelle explains "T" - Take Tiny Steps

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