Amazon Reviews

Tested Endings: Work vs. Life ... Give Up for Growth (Book vs. Real Life)

We picked up Necessary Endings eager to explore how to let go, not just of failed projects, but of clinging habits that drain us. The book’s framework made sense in theory—mapping out endings as essential starting points for growth—but applying it felt more challenging than expected. For instance, we tried cutting back on a tiresome weekly meeting, only to face awkward silence and passive resistance. In our careers, saying no often means navigating unspoken hierarchies or damaging reputations. While Necessary Endings provides sharp, even brutal clarity on what we must release, the real-life execution required delicate diplomacy. The book’s advice encourages decisive cuts, but we’ve found that cutting cleanly isn’t always possible, nor is it always appreciated—even by ourselves. Sometimes, the hardest part is admitting that not every ending needs to be absolute.