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Quote by William Bridges

“Change is situational. Transition, on the other hand, is psychological. It is not those events, but rather the inner reorientation or self-redefinition that you have to go through in order to incorporate any of those changes into your life. Without a transition, a change is just a rearrangement of the furniture. Unless transition happens, the change won't work, because it doesn't 'take'.”

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William Bridges

William Bridges, born in the United States in 1933, was a renowned author and speaker. His works primarily focus on the psychological experiences of individuals and organizations during change. Bridges' most famous work is 'Transitions: Making Sense of Life's Changes,' which delves into the psychological states and coping strategies that people face when encountering life changes. more

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