September 11: FORCED CHANGE

Let’s reflect on the change impact on our daily travel adventures. The most obvious change following 9/11 was the transformation of airport security; now we take our shoes and jackets off before we go through metal detectors. We’re also asked to pull our phones out of our pockets and our laptops out of their sleeves. Don’t forget about the 9/11 tax that we now pay in perpetuity anytime we purchase a plane ticket. These changes became the new norm for all of us overnight.
These changes thrusted upon us underscored the importance of resilience and preparedness. We began to consider emergency plans, disaster preparedness kits, and evacuation strategies, acknowledging the unpredictability of world events. Although this change was tragic, it encouraged positive behavior. This is what any type of change can do for us. Change is difficult because it demands growth; without growth we are prepared for a world that no longer exists. Join our course to be ready for any change, planned or forced, when it comes into your life.
The changes brought about by September 11th extend far beyond the immediate aftermath of the tragic events. They have become an integral part of our everyday lives, influencing how we travel, communicate, prepare and view the world. Since we were forced to evolve overnight, why not give yourself the ability to be ready to absorb the shock of change?

As the world reflected on the anniversary of one of the most heinous attacks committed on US soil, I thought about the long-term changes that day made on all of us. The tragic events of that day not only had immediate consequences but also brought about profound and enduring changes that continue to shape our everyday lives. 
Let’s reflect on the change impact on our daily travel adventures. The most obvious change following 9/11 was the transformation of airport security; now we take our shoes and jackets off before we go through metal detectors. We’re also asked to pull our phones out of our pockets and our laptops out of their sleeves. Don’t forget about the 9/11 tax that we now pay in perpetuity anytime we purchase a plane ticket. These changes became the new norm for all of us overnight.