December 18, 2025
Technological advancement and organizational shifts are constant, yet the human brain is naturally wired to prefer the familiar. This biological preference can lead to "tech anxiety" or a fear of change that hinders professional growth and causes unnecessary stress.
The lesson Overcoming Fear of Change and New Technology provides a practical toolkit for managing these transitions. By taking this course, you will learn the psychology behind why change feels difficult and gain actionable strategies to reframe your mindset, build competence through small wins, and maintain your confidence while mastering new tools.
This lesson teaches:
- Normalize the Discomfort: Anxiety when learning new things is normal — reframe it as evidence that your brain is actively building new, essential connections and making progress.
- Focus on Small Wins: Break overwhelming change into small manageable steps to build competence and momentum quickly, instead of trying to master the entire system at once.
- Ask for Help Efficiently: Overcome the fear of "stupid questions" by being specific about where you are stuck and what you have already tried, which shows maturity and saves time.
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Imposter Syndrome is Universal: Recognize that feelings of inadequacy are common when facing new technology — your worth and competence are not measured by how quickly you adopt a new tool
Resources
If you have an LMS-connected account, you can download the SCORM file for the Overcoming Fear of Change and New Technology microlesson. For more information, please refer to the Available Microlessons content article for additional information.