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Necessary Endings

Necessary Endings

By Henry Cloud

The Employees, Businesses, and Relationships That All of Us Have to Give Up in Order to Move Forward. Harper Business, 2011.

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A brief summary of Necessary Endings

Simple methods for identifying when to end both business and personal relationships, with advice for putting the past behind you and moving toward a happier and more fulfilling future.

Key insights in Necessary Endings

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What do you get from this book? Learn how to overcome challenges, make tough decisions, and move forward in life
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“Endings” and “pruning” are difficult yet integral parts of professional and personal life that enable you to flourish
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“Micropruning” is essential to growing your company; thinking of life in terms of “seasons” can help you feel more comfortable
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“Good” pain moves you forward while “bad” pain hinders progress, but a positive mental map can overwrite negative thoughts
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Facing reality means distinguishing between real hope and empty wishes, and it’s critical to success
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People are either wise, foolish, or evil—we must choose relationships carefully and move with a sense of urgency
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conflicting wishes and “resistance mentalities” make change difficult, but self-selection can help you overcome both
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Prolonging goodbyes because you dread “the conversation” only makes things harder, but “metabolizing” your feelings can ease the burden
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Sustainability is essential to your long-term goals, which means getting rid of things that deplete you
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Selected critiques in brief
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Final word

Who should read Necessary Endings

CEOs • small business owners • entrepreneurs • couples • counselors • anyone looking to feel more fulfilled in their life

About the author of Necessary Endings

Bestselling author, speaker, and psychologist Henry Cloud has devoted his life to helping couples, families, and individuals meet and overcome personal and professional challenges. As co-founder of California’s Minirth-Meier Clinic West, a Christian counseling service, Cloud spends his time helping others develop the courage, strength, and wisdom to go after their dreams.

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