The Next Day

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In a rare glimpse into pivotal moments of her life, Melinda French Gates shares untold stories that provide a fresh perspective on navigating transitions. "You don't get to be my age without navigating all kinds of transitions. Some you embraced and some you never expected." Transitions can lead us from familiar surroundings into new, often confusing landscapes filled with fear and indecision. This book guides readers through the challenging space between endings and new beginnings, offering insights on moving forward when the ground beneath feels unstable. Melinda reflects on significant transitions in her life, such as becoming a parent, coping with the death of a close friend, and her departure from the Gates Foundation. Her narratives reveal universal lessons about overcoming perfectionism, supporting friends in crisis, and embracing uncertainty. Everyone faces their own transitions, and with her characteristic warmth and grace, Melinda shares candid stories that highlight moments when she sought wisdom, illuminating a path through the uncertainty that lies ahead for us all.