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Life Is in the Transitions
368 pages, 2020
In his latest book, the New York Times bestselling author of The Secrets of Happy Families, Council of Dads, and The Residence: Inside the Private World of the White House, offers a new perspective on life's transitions and how we can navigate them with more meaning, balance, and joy.
Bruce Feiler has long been writing about the stories that give our lives meaning. Recently, he began to notice a new pattern: our old stories, with their predictable plot points along linear paths, no longer hold true.
The idea that we’ll have one job, one relationship, one good time after another dependably no longer feels secure. We’re concerned that our lives are not what we expected; that we’re living life out of order. Galvanized by a personal crisis and family emergency, Feiler set out on what became an epic journey to harvest American stories and see what he could learn from them. He crisscrossed the country, collecting hundreds of life stories from a breathtaking range of Americans in all 50 states.
Bruce Feiler's book, Life Is in the Transitions, explores the idea that life is not a linear path, but a series of transitions. He encourages readers to embrace these changes, as they are a natural part of life. So, don't be afraid of change, instead, see it as an opportunity for growth.
Feiler's research in Life Is in the Transitions shows that life is not a straight line from birth to death. Instead, it's a series of ups and downs, twists and turns. This book will help you understand that it's okay if your life doesn't follow a 'normal' path. Everyone's journey is unique.
In Life Is in the Transitions, Bruce Feiler encourages readers to embrace change rather than resist it. He suggests that transitions can be a time of self-discovery and personal growth. So, next time you face a big change, remember it's a chance to learn and grow.
Feiler's book highlights the importance of resilience in navigating life's transitions. He shares stories of people who have faced significant changes and how they've managed to bounce back. Check out Life Is in the Transitions to find inspiration and learn how to build your own resilience.
Life Is in the Transitions is not just a book, it's a guide to understanding and navigating life's inevitable changes. Bruce Feiler shares valuable life lessons and practical advice on how to handle transitions. So, if you're going through a big change, this book might be just what you need.
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Bruce Feiler is a poet of life's complexity. He has a unique ability to see patterns, to connect the dots of our individual and collective experiences. 'Life Is in the Transitions' is a playbook for life in a world in constant flux.
Daniel H. Pink - Bestselling AuthorBruce Feiler's 'Life Is in the Transitions' is a book of hope, resilience, and stories that remind us how change can bring about new, fruitful possibilities in our lives.
Susan Cain - Author, SpeakerBruce Feiler's 'Life Is in the Transitions' is a tour de force. It's a book that will forever change the way you navigate the twists and turns of life.
Adam Grant - Organizational Psychologist