Bob Kegan

Bob Kegan is a psychologist and developmental theorist known for his work on adult mental development. He describes how people grow internally by transforming their ways of thinking, feeling, and understanding the world. Kegan's stages outline how individuals progressively develop more complex and integrated perspectives, moving from concrete, externally-defined views to more nuanced, self-authorized, and interdependent ways of thinking. His work helps explain how adults evolve in their reasoning and identity over time, often through reflection and life experiences, facilitating personal growth, leadership, and adaptability.