Individuals have different levels of tolerance
to change and have learned different ways of
coping with new situations. In a familiar place,
people generally feel accepted and secure,
and are therefore able to function and meet
challenges successfully. Away from the familiar,
they are without their usual sources of support,
and in unfamiliar surroundings their tried and
tested methods of coping and working are
challenged. The possibility of failure looms in
their mind and their self esteem and confidence
drops. Tasks which would normally have been
taken in their stride, can suddenly seem quite a
challenge, or even feel impossible.