ABS 300 Final Paper Paper

As I reflect on my journey as an adult learner, I recognize how my experiences, relationships, and roles have shaped my understanding of the world and my approach to education. My life has been a combination of significant events. I experienced both personal and professional growth and the influence of the vibrant but challenging environment in which I was raised. I have developed values that have influenced my view of self, others, and the world in general. My experiences align with Robert Kegan’s theory of adult development that includes the self –authorizing mind stage where people gain objectivity in the decisions based on values and beliefs (Helsing, 2023). My views and experiences are the result of the influence other people, particularly my family, have over my nurturing experience. My personal and professional growth has been in line with the education I have received from my parents and family in general during my personal development. Kegan’s theory demonstrates that during the instrumental mind stage of development, adults define and pursue their personal goals in life. My career path and personal life have been in line with the goals I have set in life and the experiences that have influenced my personal objectives. These moments have not only informed my values but also reflected the theories of adult development and learning I have come to study.