"Actually, Geri, it's you. We have to let you go." Being on the receiving end of a layoff, Geri Reid Suster pondered her next steps and had an epiphany – life is full of exits. She shows readers how to handle these transitions with grace, honor, and humor, and how to do better, be better, and live better through all of life's goodbyes. An ugly exit leaves scars and adds to the psychological burden, while a graceful exit sets us up to feel lighter and healthier on the other side. Suster guides readers through the ups and downs of goodbyes and reveals the best methods for a smoother, more graceful transition.

Format: Hardback
Length: 164 pages
Publication date: 11 November 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

How to Handle Various Exits in Life with Empathy and Humor

Life is full of exits, from school, jobs, relationships, and ultimately from life itself. These transitions can be rocky or handled with grace, honor, and humor. However, most people struggle with such endings, getting mired down in thoughts of failure, grief, frustration, regret, and anger. In this article, Geri Reid Suster offers advice on how to handle various exits in life with empathy and humor.

Being on the Receiving End of a Layoff

Geri Reid Suster pondered her next steps and had an epiphany – life is full of exits. From school, jobs, relationships, and ultimately from life itself. And those transitions can be rocky or handled with grace, honor, and humor. Still, most people struggle with such endings, getting mired down in thoughts of failure, grief, frustration, regret, and anger. Here, Suster shows readers how they can do better, be better, and live better through all of life's goodbyes.

Exits Are Going to Happen Whether We Like It or Not

Exits are going to happen whether we like it or not, so why not get good at them? How much time did you spend learning to walk, ride a bike, drive a car, and/or interview for a job? Why not spend a little time learning to approach exits with greater skill? An ugly exit not only leaves scars on everyone involved, but also adds to the psychological burden one carries long after the exit. On the other hand, a graceful exit is hard in the moment, but sets us up to feel lighter and healthier on the other side.

Direct and Full of Advice and Suggestions for Next Steps Forward

Suster guides readers through the ups and downs of goodbyes, and carefully reveals the best methods for a smoother, more graceful transition. She offers advice on how to handle different types of exits, such as layoffs, firings, breakups, and deaths. She also provides tips on how to cope with the emotional impact of exits, such as grief, anger, and regret.

Layoffs

Layoffs can be particularly difficult for employees, as they can leave them feeling lost, confused, and uncertain about their future. Suster offers advice on how to handle a layoff, such as staying positive, networking, and seeking out new opportunities. She also suggests that employees should take care of themselves during the transition, such as getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and exercising.

Firing

Firing can be a difficult decision for employers, but it can also be a necessary one. Suster offers advice on how to fire someone gracefully, such as providing clear feedback, setting expectations, and offering support. She also suggests that employers should take care of themselves during the transition, such as seeking out support from colleagues or seeking out therapy.

Breakups

Breakups can be particularly difficult for individuals, as they can leave them feeling lost, confused, and uncertain about their future. Suster offers advice on how to handle a breakup, such as staying positive, seeking out support, and taking care of yourself. She also suggests that individuals should take care of themselves during the transition, such as getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and exercising.

Death

Death is a natural part of life, and it can be particularly difficult for those who are left behind. Suster offers advice on how to handle a death, such as staying positive, seeking out support, and taking care of yourself. She also suggests that individuals should take care of themselves during the transition, such as getting enough sleep, eating healthy, and exercising.

Conclusion

In conclusion, life is full of exits, and it is important to handle them with empathy and humor. Geri Reid Suster offers advice on how to handle various exits in life with grace, honor, and humor. By spending time learning to approach exits with greater skill, we can set ourselves up to feel lighter and healthier on the other side. Whether you are on the receiving end of a layoff, firing, breakup, or death, Suster's advice can help you navigate these transitions with greater ease and grace.

Weight: 331g
Dimension: 225 x 147 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538169308