In this article, we will explain Intimacy vs Isolation.
Intimacy versus Isolation.
Intimacy requires that independent persons give up some of their independence and redefine their identity to include the interests of another person or others in their lives.
People who have achieved intimacy are tolerant, cooperative, and accepting of differences. They can accept times of aloneness without fear of loneliness. If there is too great a sense of Isolation, there will be fears of forming close ties, due to fears of loss of identity or freedom.
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Such people are more competitive than cooperative. They get easily threatened if any person gets too close, and not accepting of another’s differences. If there is a successful resolution of this conflict, a person can go on to develop generativity. It means caring for the next generation and helping to improve society. In women, childbearing usually occurs in the 20s and 30s, whereas contributions to society may occur later. As a child come into the picture, values and focus will shift with her/his demands.
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