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The first stage of Erikson's Psychosocial Development is developing trust. This begins in infancy and continues until about 18 months. Infants rely on others for their needs. When my daughter was born it was up to me to develop trust through my care giving. My daughter was a calm baby . Thankfully she was not overly fussy. I contribute that a lot to being consistent in comforting her when she was scared or crying.

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The second stage is Autonomy Vs. Shame and Doubt. This begins at 18 months and lasts until about 3 years of age. Toddlers start becoming independent, wanting to do things on their own. This can cause not safe situations, and setting limits along with shame and doubt helps them recognize the need for the limitations. When my daughter was around this age, she would want to dress herself. This sign of independence was welcomed. I recall one time she put on Minnie Mouse rain boots, a tutu, and a striped shirt.

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The third stage is Initiative Vs. Guilt. This begins around 3-5 years old. Children will start to balance the urge to pursue goals with reservations for doing so. This gives two personalities. One where there is still a child who wants to test new things, and the other that is becoming an adult who thinks about motives. When my daughter was 4 or 5 years old, she began questioning EVERYTHING. It is hearing the never ending question "Why?" I would always respond to questions with genuine interest and tried to answer each one the best I could. I felt that was a good way to have her feel positive about being inquisitive.

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The fourth stage Industry Vs. Inferiority is when a child learns what skills are required to be considered productive or else face feelings of being inferior. This happens from 5-12 years old. I am currently going through this stage with my daughter who is almost 13 years old. Right now she is going through a lot of feelings of inferiority. On the other hand she notices where her strengths lie. At this age there is a comparison between themselves and their peers.

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The fifth stage is Identity Vs. Confusion, this happens between 12-18 years old. This stage consists of a child seeking to develop a sense of self. In this stage adolescents can explore different roles and ideas. This can develop a good set of values and establish loyalty and faith. Personally my daughter is still at this time seeking to establish these characteristics in herself.

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The sixth stage is Intimacy Vs. Isolation, and this begins at around 18 years of age. In this stage, a strong sense of identity will allow you to want to share your life with others. This can result in long term loving relationships. If you do not establish a strong sense of identity you will have difficulty building committed relationships. Which can lead to loneliness and depression. I connect to this stage personally because I feel that I lack a strong sense of identity. I have always had difficulty with long lasting committed relationships. To the point where now I have all but given up on finding love and have been alone for over 10 years.

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The seventh stage is Generativity Vs. Stagnation. This stage is the need to give to others, striving to do well and be productive. Contributing to your family or workplace can give people satisfaction. On the other hand if you are not receiving positive feedback, are unable to have a family, or succeed at work this can make people feel disconnected. Which can cause them to be stagnant. Personally for me, I am currently doing this because I am very invested in work and school. I feel a deep concern for the children I work with at my school.

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The eighth and final stage is Integrity Vs. Despair. This is when people in late adulthood can either look back on their life and accomplishments with satisfaction. Erikson stated that this stage can go back and forth with people alternating between satisfaction and regret. This stage can also prepare people for death as looking back can give them a sense of closure. I do not have a personal connection with this stage as I have not reached it yet.