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Resurface

A Guide to Navigating Life's Biggest Transitions

Cassidy Krug

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Nature of Transitions+
Processing Grief & The Past+
Navigating The Murk+
Letting Go & Quitting+
Forging an Authentic Path+
Radical Acceptance of Change+

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Question 1 of 8
According to the book, what are the four different types of transitions people experience?
  • A. Expected, Unexpected, Chosen, and Forced
  • B. Physical, Emotional, Professional, and Relational
  • C. The ones we see coming, blindsides, nonevents, and sleepers
  • D. Beginnings, middles, endings, and pauses
Question 2 of 8
How does the book define a 'nonevent' transition, as illustrated by Karie's story of infertility?
  • A. A transition that happens so slowly we don't realize it until we look back.
  • B. A period of change where we realize a quiet dream or expectation will never come to pass.
  • C. A major life event that ultimately has no emotional impact on our daily lives.
  • D. An expected milestone that we successfully prepare for and navigate smoothly.
Question 3 of 8
What are the three steps recommended by the author to help move forward from the grief of a transition?
  • A. Reflect, release, and renew
  • B. Retell, rebuild, and reinvent
  • C. Accept, adapt, and advance
  • D. Forgive, forget, and forge ahead
Question 4 of 8
What does Cassidy Krug mean by the term the 'murk' during a transition?
  • A. The uncomfortable, in-between space where you are no longer who you were, but not yet who you will be.
  • B. The state of clinical depression that inevitably follows a major career failure or sudden loss.
  • C. The period of denial where a person refuses to accept that a life-altering change has occurred.
  • D. The confusing process of trying to learn entirely new skills because your old ones are obsolete.
Question 5 of 8
Why did Cassidy have to unlearn the perfectionism that made her a great Olympic diver?
  • A. Because her new colleagues in the advertising agency found it intimidating and alienating.
  • B. Because perfectionism in her new environment was a guaranteed ticket to burnout, and 'good enough' is often truly enough.
  • C. Because perfectionism prevented her from being able to ask for help when she was stuck in the 'murk.'
  • D. Because she realized that perfectionism was actually the root cause of her grief over ending her athletic career.
Question 6 of 8
How does the book reframe the concept of 'quitting,' as demonstrated by Toya's decision to leave her law career?
  • A. Quitting is a sign of weakness that should only be used as an absolute last resort.
  • B. Quitting is an unavoidable failure that must be heavily grieved before moving on.
  • C. Quitting is a vital strategy that makes room for priorities and allows healing to begin.
  • D. Quitting is only acceptable if you already have another lucrative career path lined up.
Question 7 of 8
According to the book's 'law of inertia' regarding transitions, what happens the longer you stay stuck in one phase?
  • A. The more time you have to properly plan your next successful move.
  • B. The greater the chance that the transition will resolve itself naturally.
  • C. The harder it becomes to move forward and embrace the next chapter.
  • D. The easier it is to rebuild your old identity and return to your past life.
Question 8 of 8
What lesson did the author learn from her friend Heather's response to a terminal cancer diagnosis?
  • A. The importance of fighting tirelessly against the inevitable to prolong life as much as possible.
  • B. The value of radically accepting change and focusing remaining time on what truly matters, like love and family.
  • C. The necessity of completing a 'bucket list' to ensure a life feels fully lived before it ends.
  • D. The realization that denial is a healthy and necessary coping mechanism for sudden, tragic transitions.

Resurface — Full Chapter Overview

Resurface Summary & Overview

Resurface (2025) is for anyone who’s ever felt stuck between who you were and who you’re supposed to become. It dives into that murky middle, showing how transitions – big and small – shape us in ways we often don’t see until later. It’s a warm, honest reminder that even when life feels like it’s unraveling, you’re still moving toward something new.

Who Should Listen to Resurface?

  • People grieving loss
  • Recent graduates or career changers
  • Anyone feeling restless in life

About the Author: Cassidy Krug

Cassidy Krug is a former Olympic diver, writer, and brand and innovation strategist based in Los Angeles. She graduated from Stanford University in 2007 with a Bachelor of Arts degree in English. Since leaving the world of diving behind, she’s been exploring the challenges and growth that come with significant life changes. Drawing from her own experiences and interviews with individuals from various walks of life, Krug offers insights into embracing uncertainty and finding purpose during transitions.

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