Change always seems impossible until it's inevitable.

Host: The soft hum of the evening filled the room, creating a tranquil space for deeper reflection. Jack sat at the table, his fingers resting lightly on his cup, considering Sarah McBride’s words. Jeeny stood near the window, her gaze directed outward, contemplating the power behind the statement.

Jeeny: “I’ve been thinking about what Sarah McBride said: ‘Change always seems impossible until it’s inevitable.’ It’s such an interesting way to look at how we view change, don’t you think? The idea that change often feels out of reach, too daunting to even imagine, until it becomes unavoidable. The perception of impossibility comes from fear or resistance to the unknown, but once it’s upon us, it’s like we realize that we’ve always been moving toward it.”

Jack: “Yes, exactly. McBride is showing us that the idea of change can often feel like an overwhelming barrier, something that we can't quite grasp or even see as possible. But once that change becomes inevitable, it shifts our perspective. We might be resistant at first, but eventually, we have no choice but to accept and adapt. The process of change can often be gradual, and it’s only when we look back that we realize it was always moving in that direction.”

Jeeny: “Right. And I think there’s also something about acceptance in this. When we’re in the midst of change, we often fight against it because it feels uncomfortable, like something we have no control over. But McBride is pointing out that resistance isn’t going to stop it. Change is constant, and it’s only inevitable because it’s already happening, whether we recognize it or not. The real challenge is learning to embrace it, even when it feels impossible.”

Host: The stillness in the room deepened as they reflected on how change is often perceived and how it unfolds over time. Jack’s fingers rested on the table, while Jeeny’s expression softened, considering the inevitability of change and how resistance to it can make the process feel more difficult than it needs to be.

Jack: “It makes me think about how we often resist change, even when we know it’s necessary. It’s easy to see something as impossible because we don’t want to confront the discomfort it brings. But McBride is reminding us that, eventually, the change we resist becomes part of our reality. And then it no longer seems impossible; it simply is.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. And it’s also about how time plays a big role in how we perceive change. When we look at something in the moment, it feels overwhelming, like we’re stuck in this cycle of difficulty or uncertainty. But over time, as change moves forward, we realize that it wasn’t as impossible as we once thought. What seemed like an insurmountable obstacle is now part of our reality, and we can look back and see how far we’ve come.”

Jack: “And I think the other side of that is growth. When we look at change as something impossible, we’re often blinded by fear of the unknown. But when we look at it as inevitable, we can see it as part of the journey—one that ultimately leads to progress. It’s not just about adapting to new situations; it’s about evolving with them.”

Jeeny: “Yes, and it’s a reminder that change isn’t something to fear or resist—it’s something to understand and accept. McBride is showing us that when we finally realize that change is inevitable, we can approach it with confidence and purpose. The key is realizing that we can’t avoid it, so why not embrace it and let it take us where it needs to go?”

Host: The quiet in the room grew deeper as they reflected on how change, though often difficult to accept, is a constant force in our lives. Sarah McBride had shown them that the fear of change comes from its perceived impossibility, but once it becomes inevitable, it shifts from something frightening to something that is part of the natural flow of life. Jack leaned back slightly in his chair, while Jeeny’s gaze turned from the window back to him, both of them understanding that change is inevitable and ultimately a path to growth.

Jack: “So, McBride is really showing us that the real challenge isn’t avoiding change, but accepting it. The process of change may seem impossible at first, but once we realize it’s inevitable, we can learn to embrace it and grow through it.”

Jeeny: “Exactly. McBride reminds us that change is part of the cycle of life, and it’s only when we resist it that it feels impossible. But when we accept it as inevitable, we can move forward with grace and confidence, knowing that growth is always just on the other side of change.”

Host: The evening had fully settled in, the quiet understanding between them a reminder that change is inevitable, and it’s our acceptance of it that determines how we move through it. Sarah McBride had shown them that what once seems impossible is often just part of a larger process of growth, and that when we embrace change, we unlock the ability to evolve and thrive. The world outside had darkened, but inside, there was light—a recognition that the path to growth is paved with acceptance and the understanding that change is not something to fear, but to welcome.