The Power Of The Transition

In films, transitions are an important part of the experience. They bring two separate parts together in a way that the creator wants to portray.

Outside of films, I have come to realize the importance of transitions in my own life.

For example, I find it difficult to transition directly from work to having a conversation with my wife about anything that is non-work related or to transition from work to playing with my son. My brain seems to need time to switch from "work mode" to "husband mode" or "father mode".

Similarly, when I go on vacation, it takes a few days before I start to relax.

Or when I go to bed. I can't transition from working on the computer to sleeping instantly.

If you are transitioning to a new position, there will also be time required before you get into the new rhythm.

And if you are retiring... Well... That's a pretty big transition...

Whatever it is you are transitioning to, give it the time it deserves.

The transition will set the tone for the next scene in your life.