Bruce Feiler

Life is in the Transitions

There inevitably comes a moment when the quiet restlessness of daily routine becomes overwhelming. This feeling is a common thread connecting people of all ages, genders, and backgrounds. Repeatedly, we feel we have reached a dead end with no visible escape route. The obstacle before us seems insurmountable. But is it truly? Perhaps we simply allow it to halt our progress. After all, we are talking about our own minds.

Modern life demands that we juggle work, relationships, and self realization as a new standard. The truth is, this can easily become overwhelming. By the time we reach forty, we often tell ourselves the opportunity for change has passed and stop recognizing new possibilities. We dismiss opportunities, believing they are only for the young. However, is it not self centered to believe the universe halts to preserve our routines? Humans possess an incredible ability to adapt to new circumstances, just as they grow comfortable with the status quo. In other words, we often fail to see that we are the ones who built the wall stopping us.

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