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“Change is painful, and people are always reticent to accept a lot of pain.” quote by Stanley A. McChrystal
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“Change is painful, and people are always reticent to accept a lot of pain.”

Stanley A. McChrystal

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Source Book: Team of Teams, 2015

Change causes discomfort, and people resist accepting necessary pain.

In simple terms: People resist painful change.

Key Takeaway

Embrace discomfort for growth.

Themes

change pain resistance

Mood

thoughtful serious

Type

motivational strategic

When to use this quote

  • organizational change
  • personal development
  • health recovery

Key Concepts

psychology adaptation

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can you reframe pain as growth?
  • What strategies reduce resistance?
A Different Perspective

Painful change may be avoided, hindering progress.

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