The aftermath of a life-altering crucible moment, where we are fundamentally changed.

This stage is often characterized by feelings of hurt, loss, sadness, anger, failure, and/or grief. It may be hard to consider that there is a way out – much less what that step forward might be.

The necessary step of processing the fallout from a crucible so we are free to move ahead.

To move out of this stage, we must recognize and let go of the feelings of anger, hurt, or unfairness that resulted from the crucible, and overcome our fear of repeating the past.

It is time to cast a new, post-crucible vision for life.

That vision may not come immediately. Instead, we may have to experiment with new ideas and experiences, explore untapped talents, develop new skills, and/or find a new community to land on the right new vision for life.

Now we create and execute an actionable plan to turn that vision into a new everyday reality.

Shaping a new place in the world for yourself isn’t easy. You may face obstacles or roadblocks along the way, or be tempted by old ways of thinking or doing. But stick with it – the reward will be worth it.

We are well on the way to a new and significant post-crucible life.

We have acknowledged our crucible and its transformational impact on us. We have moved beyond the hurt to cast a new, meaningful vision for life. And we are turning that exciting vision into a new, achievable, and sustainable everyday reality.