Transitions

Celebrating 40 years of a best-selling guide for navigating life's changes, this book has been recognized as one of the 50 all-time best in self-help and personal development. First published in 1980, it was the first to explore the universal pattern of transition and remains essential for coping with inevitable life changes. The book guides readers through the three critical stages of any transition, offering a clear roadmap to navigate change and embrace a hopeful future. The first stage, Endings, marks the beginning of every transition. Often misunderstood as finality, our perception of endings is crucial for initiating new beginnings. The second stage, the Neutral Zone, can feel like an unproductive time-out, where we may feel disconnected from the past and present. However, this phase is actually a vital period of reorientation. Finally, the New Beginning occurs when we launch new activities, requiring more than mere perseverance; it demands an understanding of both external signs and inner signals that guide us toward the future. With a new Discussion Guide by Susan Bridges, this edition addresses the challenges faced by today's individuals and organizations amid unprecedented change.