In this episode of Between the Pages, I explore the psychology of endings and how to alchemize them into growth, motivation, and clarity, especially after approaching the end of the year. From the Peak-End Rule to the Fresh Start Effect, you will learn how endings can rewrite your story and push you forward.

Timestamps

00:00 – Intro

00:45 – Why endings matter more than beginnings

03:10 – The Peak-End Rule

06:15 – The Fresh Start Effect

09:20 – The End of History Illusion

11:45 – Framework: Reflect, Reframe, Reset

13:20 – Closing + Life Audit

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