The Meaning of Adults' Lives (Perry)

"The Meaning of Adults' Lives" by Perry explores how adults find purpose and understanding through ongoing intellectual and emotional development. It emphasizes that adult life involves grappling with complex questions, expanding perspectives, and integrating diverse experiences. Rather than seeking fixed answers, adults often navigate ambiguities and contradictions, creating personal meaning through reflection, relationships, and growth. The work highlights that adult development is a continuous process of making sense of life’s complexities, ultimately leading to a more nuanced and adaptable sense of purpose and self-understanding.