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During the first few years of a child's life they are dependent on their caregivers to help them understand what is good and if the world is a safe place

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At a young age, I felt secure in my family setting and trusted the adults around me. As life progressed there was a shift toward mistrust caused by deceit from people around me.

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The resolution for stage one was trust.

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"People need to trust the world and the people in it, but they also need to learn some mistrust to protect themselves from danger."

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During this stage, children begin to develop a sense of independence. The begin explore more of the world around them in order to become self-sufficient. They usually start potty training during this stage.

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I believe my autonomy was well developed. I am hyper-independent and self-reliant. While I have experienced moments of shame and doubting myself, it has not out weighed my independence.

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The resolution for stage 2 was autonomy.

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"Having come through infancy with a sense of basic trust in the world and an awakening self-awareness, toddlers begin to substitute their own judgment for their caregivers’."

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During this stage kids are taking in new information and trying new things. By engaging in these new activities, they are also learning not to feel guilt.

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Overall, I believe I have experienced predominance in initiative. I feel like I have treated people well and took their feelings into consideration while interacting. If someone told me I did not make them feel good, I would feel guilty because I sought to make everyone happy around me.

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The resolution for stage 3 was initiative.

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"Children who learn how to regulate these opposing drives develop the virtue of purpose, the courage to envision and pursue goals without being unduly inhibited by guilt or fear of punishment."

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During this stage, kids are learning about the culture they are apart of. Here they learn to face any feelings of not being good enough.

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Before what I would consider my life changing moment, I felt a great sense of industry. I was an honor student who took pride in my academics and abilities. After meeting my dad, I began doubting myself and my talents.

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The resolution for stage 4 was industry.

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"If children are unable to obtain the praise of others or lack motivation and self-esteem, they may develop a feeling of low self-worth and thus develop a sense of inferiority. Developing a sense of industry, by contrast, involves learning how to work hard to achieve goals."

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During this stage, kids are starting to face the hard question of "Who am i?". Here they start to develop their sense of self or confusion about who they are.

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After an abrupt shift in what I knew as normal, I faced many major changes. I moved back and forth many times in just a few short years, causing more confusion. This left me unsure of who I was and what exactly I was meant to do. My beliefs and values were warped due to such instability. As I grew up, I began questioning everything I thought I knew. This caused more confusion than anything. Although I had developed an ego, it wasn't based in anything except uncertainty. I became more focused on rebelling than following societal standards. The identity I developed was based in personal preservation.

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The resolution for stage 5 was confusion.

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"The effort to make sense of the self is part of a healthy process that builds on the achievements of earlier stages—on trust, autonomy, initiative, and industry—and lays the groundwork for coping with the challenges of adult life.
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During this stage, we begin making lasting connections with others. If done incorrectly, a person may be left feeling isolated from others around them.

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After the confusion, I began isolating myself. I developed a few close friendships, but pretty much became an outcast due to my fear of trusting others around me. This continued into my early 20's until I met someone who made me feel safe enough to open up. From 16-21 I have roughly 2 close relationships. Even though I would say I was close to them, I still maintained a distance and never completely let them in. This caused me to feel alone. I believe this was a direct reaction to what occured at age 8.

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The resolution for stage 6 is isolation.

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"Within the context of peer groups, children develop skills needed for sociability and intimacy, and they gain a sense of belonging. Norms developed within the context of the peer group can also influence development."

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During this stage, adults are focused on establishing themselves and making lasting plans for the future. They are focused on guiding those who will come after them.

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Once I attended hair school at 22, I found a purpose. I use my hair business to help others see the best in themselves. One of my favorite types of clients are little girls between the ages of 4 and 12. This period is one of the most important times in a child's life as they are discovering themselves. I allow them to pick their own hairstyles as well as to carry a booster seat to and from the shampoo bowl if they need it. I talk with them as though what they have to say to me is the most important topic ever. This action can encourage them to have a positive self-image and believe in themselves.

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The resolution for stage 7 has been generativity.

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Once we reach this stage, we must accept how our life has unfolded. We must make peace with our choices of face feelings of despair because we cannot get a do-over.

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While I have not reached this stage, I plan to use my current generativity stage to ensure I am living a life of integrity. I take every opportunity I can to live a life that I am proud of. I will continue to make amazing memories and have great experiences that bring me joy and allow me to be my best self. Once I reach old age, I will be able to look back and know I gave myself a great run at life.

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The planned resolution for stage 8 is integrity.