This does NOT mean the stages have to be run in a certain order, they can be mixed up; except for the very last stage(Acceptance); and I know it's run in order of the stages listed
To clarify this comment, In my own personal experience saw Acceptance run in the order of the mini stages in the case of my husband once he reached and started that final stage. And I experienced the SAME thing, myself, when it was ME going through MLT(Mid Life Transition)
To be sure there's bits and parts of every stage in each one, and even an "acceptance" in each, as that must be attained before "closing the door" of each stage once it run its course.
Remember, as each person is different, every MLC/Transition is different..what works for one may not work for another. Most of the time it is trial and error for ALL involved.
