Here are the skills and attitudes that are components of maturity. If I am mature: I exercise considered judgment before acting on something important. I control my emotions and impulses (anger, revenge, lust, vindictiveness, hopefulness, etc.) in order to make the wisest choice. I use my experience and knowledge to guide me in making prudent […]
A month ago, I invited readers to write about the lessons life has taught them. Of the many email replies I received—lots of which were from people in their 60’s, 70’s, 80’s and 90’s—I will reprint as many as I can. Today, I will record the readers talking about overcoming obstacles. In a future column, […]
Note: This is the second of a two-part series. Click here for part one Here are some of the lessons that life has taught me: Have something to look forward to. Always have some goal, challenge or adventure in front of you that interests or excites. Sometimes we need to be reminded that our lives […]
If you were given the opportunity to return to your 15-year old self, would you? Note: This is the first of a two-part series. Click here for part two Most of us wouldn’t, even if we would love to replay certain choices or experiences with what we now know. Because growing older teaches us about […]
Dear Neil: What is maturity? Are there certain behaviors that comprise maturity? Are there certain skills that compromise maturity in a marriage or a relationship? My husband says I don’t act with maturity, but I’m in my 60’s and have thought of myself as a mature person for years. Trying To Understand in London, England […]