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Mentioned in 22 episodes

Transitions

Making Sense of Life's Changes

Book • 1980

William Bridges

First published in 1980, *Transitions* is a seminal work that explores the underlying and universal pattern of transition.

The book takes readers step-by-step through the three perilous stages of any transition, explaining how each stage can be understood and embraced.

It offers a simple yet profoundly insightful roadmap to navigate change and move into a hopeful future.

The book emphasizes the importance of understanding endings, navigating the neutral zone, and embracing new beginnings to cope effectively with life's changes.

Mentioned by

David Rosenthal

Dave Stachowiak

Arthur C. Brooks

Michael Bungay-Stanier

Cherie Brooke Luo

Mentioned in 22 episodes

Mentioned by

David Rosenthal

as a book about major life transitions, emphasizing the need to adapt and create a new self.

Holiday Special 2023

Mentioned by

Dave Stachowiak

as one of his favorite books of all time.

740: How to Lead Organizational Change, with Michael Bungay Stanier

Recommended by

Heidi Helfand

as a helpful resource for understanding life transitions.

The art and wisdom of changing teams | Heidi Helfand (author of Dynamic Reteaming)

Mentioned by

Arthur C. Brooks

when discussing life transitions and fertile periods.

Success Is Killing You: How Culture Built You to Break, Burn Out & Give Up | Arthur Brooks (Fan Fav)

Recommended by someone who was doing spiritual direction with

John Chandler

as a book on how to go through life transitions well.

235: Practical Wisdom for Mindful Living, with John Chandler

Mentioned by

Dave Stachowiak

to highlight the distinction between change and transition in reorganizations.

621: How to Approach a Reorg, with Claire Hughes Johnson

Mentioned by

Larry Jacobson

when discussing the three stages of transitions: an end, exploration, and a new beginning.

Larry Jacobson: ‘The Good Things in Our Life Are What Get in the Way of Great Things’

Recommended by

Michael Bungay-Stanier

as the first change management book he received as a new consultant.

You’re over-flexing this change muscle: Dan Heath

Mentioned by

Cherie Brooke Luo

and

Jean Luo

as a framework for understanding and managing transitions.

Reset your life in 30 days: 3 proven Harvard & Stanford frameworks for any age

Mentioned by

Barrett Brooks

as a book that helps individuals understand and navigate life transitions.

Andy Crissinger: The Art of Asking Better Questions

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