Love and Work
The two characteristics of a mature adult are said to be the ability to love and to work. Exploring who we are at our essence begins the task of becoming independent; after that, in love and work, we realize our interdependency with others. These are the themes we carry with us throughout the rest of our lives, though the forms and shapes may change as we do.
- Do you remember your first date?
- Your first kiss?
- What was the most difficult thing about dating for you?
- Are you married?
- How would you describe your courtship?
- What was it about her/him that made you fall in love?
- Is there anything else about your marriage you would like to add?
- What does intimacy mean to you?
- Do you have children?
- What are they like?
- What values or lessons do you try to impart to them?
- Did you have any dreams or ambitions as a child? Or in high school?
- What were your hopes and dreams as you entered adulthood?
- What events or experiences helped you understand adult responsibilities?
- How did you end up in the type of work you do/did?
- Is/was your work satisfying to you?
- What is most important to you in your work?
