We pass through life stages at different rates. Some grow up fast, others slowly. Some stay young longer, others seem old too soon. We also differ on how much we resist growing old. Nearly everyone will experience some resistance. We all have to let go sometime. The only difference is whether we see it as an opportunity or a problem and whether we plan for it or wait until it hits us.

• Have you re-assessed what values are most important to you?
• How have your values and priorities changed? Time to reflect?
• If they haven't changed, what are you learning about yourself?
• How have you been developing if everything is still the same?
• Can you list the gains and losses of winding down for you?
• How negative are these implications anyway?
• How can you minimize their negative impact?
• What might be the consequences of avoiding a gradual transition?
• Emotionally intelligent executives are aware of evolving priorities and values, knowing when to start letting go for new directions.
• Can you reframe your role as a first step towards dealing with these issues constructively?