"زنده نخواهند ماند قوی‌ترین و یا باهوش‌ترین افراد بلکه کسانی که بهترین مدیریت تغییر را دارند."

Survival and success in life aren’t about being the strongest or the smartest. It's about being adaptable. That’s the core idea here. Think about it. The world is always changing. New technologies emerge, societal norms shift, and unexpected challenges pop up. Those who can navigate these changes, who can bend instead of breaking—those are the ones who thrive.

This idea isn’t new. It harks back to Darwin and his theories of evolution. He noticed that it wasn't necessarily the biggest or the brainiest species that survived through the ages, but those that could adapt to changing environments. It's a principle that's applied to business, personal growth, and even daily life. If you think about it, it makes perfect sense. Being able to pivot when things don’t go as planned, that’s a real superpower.

Let's dive into a real-life example. Picture this: Blockbuster in the late '90s. They were kings of the video rental world. But then came Netflix, with its mail-order DVD service and, eventually, streaming. Blockbuster had the chance to buy Netflix early on but decided against it. They couldn’t or wouldn’t adapt to the changing landscape of how people consumed media. And where are they now? There’s one lonely Blockbuster store left, almost a relic, while Netflix is an entertainment giant. Blockbuster was strong and dominant in its time, but it wasn't adaptable.

So, how do you apply this wisdom in your own life? Start small. Embrace change rather than fight it. When faced with a new technology at work, dive in and learn about it instead of clinging to the old ways. Stay curious. Read broadly. Talk to people outside your usual circles. Flexibility in your mindset means you’ll be more prepared when the unexpected happens.

Imagine a scenario: You've been working in a company for years. You’re comfortable, you know the ins and outs of your job. But then the company decides to implement a new software system that changes how everything is done. Your first instinct might be resistance—after all, the old system worked just fine. But the future isn't in sticking with what you know. Think of it as an opportunity. Take a deep breath, attend the training sessions, ask questions, and maybe even find ways to use the new system that others haven’t thought of yet. Suddenly, you’re not just surviving the change, but thriving because of it.

Here’s another story. My friend, Jake, was a high school teacher for 20 years. He loved it but felt the education system was becoming too rigid and testing-focused. He saw the potential in online education and decided to pivot. He learned the ropes of online teaching and digital course creation. It was tough at first—new skills, new challenges—but now he’s running his own successful online education platform, reaching students around the world.

So, next time you’re faced with change, think of it as a wave. You can let it crash over you, or you can learn to surf. It’s not about how strong you are or how much you know. It’s about how well you can ride the waves of change. Embrace it, adapt to it, and you’ll find yourself not just surviving, but flourishing.