Carl Rogers and Maslow are theorists who viewed this stage as an age of positive changes in oneself. According to Erik Erikson this period is defined as 35 to 55 or 65 years of age. It is during this period, according to Erikson, that creative and meaningful work becomes a central focus (Erikson, 1993). This is the seventh stage of Erickson’s psychosocial stage, Generativity and Stagnation. Generativity in Middle of adulthood refers to individual’s making their mark by accomplishments and through caring for others. Stagnation refers to not being able to help or contribute, this may cause the individual to feel as if they are not connected or involved. This time in Middle adulthood is when there is an attempt to create or groom that can be left once they leave.
There are several ways to show generativity, these ways include making commitments to others, through parenting, having relationship with non-immediate family, mentoring others in the work environment, and contributing through creativity and productivity. For example, Nicole is a 47-year-old praise team leader. She says I enjoy being able to guide the next generation. According to Erikson, Nicole has developed a sense of