Problem
What are some of the sources of tension between managing a career and other developmental tasks of middle adulthood? Brainstorm possible conflicts between management of career and nurturing an intimate relationship, parenting and caring for aging parents, and management of household. What factors determine how these potential conflicts are resolved? How are values, goals, and beliefs related to the resolution of these conflicts? How are basic economic and survival considerations related to the resolution of these conflicts? How does career advancement relate to leadership?