

447: Navigating The 7 Stages of Life Transition. Craig Cooney Unpacks Hitting a Wall and The Other Side of Burnout No One Talks About
11 snips Jun 25, 2025
Craig Cooney, an expert on life transitions and spiritual growth, shares his insights on navigating the often rocky terrain of life changes. He details the 7 Stages of Life Transition, addressing the hidden grief of burnout and the loneliness of unrealized dreams. Cooney illustrates how lifequakes challenge personal identity and the necessity of embracing change. He emphasizes the value of authentic friendships in tough times and offers a message of hope, reminding listeners that transformation awaits on the other side of struggle.
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Lifequakes Reshape Everything
- Major life transitions, or "lifequakes," reshape every area of your life and can last 3-5 years.
- These transitions deeply affect identity, security, finances, and relationships beyond the initial event.
Detachment: Physically Present, Emotionally Away
- Detachment in transition means being physically present but emotionally withdrawn, often dreaming about other possibilities.
- This stage can coexist with early burnout, where the heart flatlines despite outward success.
Burnout from Doing Too Little
- Burnout can stem from doing too little of what truly lights up your soul, not just from overwork.
- Misdiagnosing burnout leads to ineffective solutions and prolonged struggle.