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soccer player
I played soccer because it was a sport I liked to play, but I wanted to quit because a little boy pushed me down. I had kept going even though I wanted to quit. My parents encouraged me to keep playing so I did. In Erikson's fourth stage it states that encouragement from parents and teachers is necessary for success. In this case it was. -
new driver
When I was 16 I had learned how to drive. I had gotten my license when I was 16, and that taught me a new sense of responsibility and independence. It taught me not to rely on my parents for transportation, and I learned the value of money. In Erikson's fifth stage, focusing on exploring independence is very important. -
my first boyfriend
This was my actual first relationship. We had developed a close and committed relationship. There was no conflict and if there was it was very rare. In Erikson's sixth stage, developing close, committed relationships in order to develop secure and committed relationship in the future is important to feel successful in life with someone you love and trust.