Chapter 7 teaches that life is an ever-changing process that occurs in stages; how a person reacts to events and changes from these stages will determine their level of happiness and ultimately the type of life he or she will live (Manning, Curtis, McMillen & Attenweiler, 2011). I am 31 years of age and am in Stage 6- “Intimacy vs. Isolation”, which occurs between age 20 to 40. In my twenties, I moved into and out of my parents’ house twice, was involved in some bad relationships, partied often and formed a few unhealthy friendships. Most of the decisions I made were because I was focused on other things and people instead of my needs and wants, which is considered over-socialization (Manning, et al., 2011). At 27, that I wanted to live a
