Humans are wired for homeostasis: seeking balance, familiarity, and comfort. That’s why we develop habits. But every change, even positive ones, disrupts that equilibrium. It often means letting go of routines, roles, or identities we’ve built our lives around. And that loss can trigger grief, resistance, and fear at both biological and psychological levels.

But here’s the thing, loss also creates space for something new. The key is to acknowledge, accept, and move through it with intention.