Bruce Feiler

One of America’s most thoughtful voices on contemporary life

Bruce Feiler is one of America's leading voices on navigating change, resilience, and human connection. A bestselling author, researcher, and sought-after keynote speaker, Bruce combines original research with compelling storytelling to help audiences thrive through life's transitions and build stronger communities.

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Bruce is the author of seven New York Times bestsellers, including Life Is in the Transitions, The Secrets of Happy Families, Council of Dads, and his newest book, A Time to Gather: How Ritual Created the World—and How It Can Save Us (2026). His work explores how people can find meaning, purpose, and connection during periods of change, drawing on years of firsthand research conducted around the world.

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His four TED Talks have been viewed more than five million times, and he teaches the TED Course How to Master Life Transitions. Bruce is also a fellow at Stanford University's Computational Psychology and Well-Being Lab, where researchers are applying his work to AI-powered tools focused on human well-being.

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Bruce has hosted two PBS primetime series, Walking the Bible and Sacred Journeys with Bruce Feiler, and his work has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Wall Street Journal, Parade, and Time. His insights have been featured on Good Morning America, TODAY, CNN, and other major media outlets.

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With warmth, humor, and practical insights, Bruce equips audiences with proven strategies for embracing uncertainty, strengthening relationships, and finding purpose in an ever-changing world.

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How to Master Life Transitions: Thriving Through Change

Change is inevitable, but how we navigate it determines our ability to grow, adapt, and thrive. Drawing on the groundbreaking research behind his bestselling book Life Is in the Transitions, his acclaimed TED Talk, and his popular TED Course, Bruce Feiler reveals why life's biggest transitions—from career shifts and organizational change to personal milestones and unexpected challenges—follow recognizable patterns that anyone can learn to navigate.

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After collecting hundreds of life stories from people across the country, Bruce uncovered the surprising strategies that help individuals move through periods of uncertainty with greater resilience, purpose, and confidence. He challenges conventional thinking about change and offers a practical framework for embracing transitions as opportunities for growth rather than obstacles to overcome.

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Blending compelling storytelling with actionable insights, Bruce equips audiences with the tools to navigate uncertainty, adapt to change, and emerge stronger through every chapter of life.

The Power of Gathering

In a world where loneliness is on the rise and meaningful connection is harder to find, the simple act of gathering has never been more important. Based on his bestselling book A Time to Gather and years of original research, Bruce Feiler reveals how intentional gatherings and shared rituals can strengthen relationships, foster belonging, and create lasting impact.

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Drawing on a 50,000-mile journey across six continents, Bruce shares powerful stories and surprising lessons from cultures around the world that have mastered the art of bringing people together. He explores why gatherings matter, what makes them meaningful, and how organizations and individuals can create experiences that build trust, inspire collaboration, and deepen human connection.

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Filled with practical insights and memorable stories, this inspiring keynote offers a roadmap for cultivating stronger communities, more engaged teams, and richer, more connected lives.