For the first time in his life, Austin, now 46 years old, is allowing himself to spend time to learn how to paint with watercolors. He has always considered this a feminine hobby and a waste of time because it doesn't make money. Levinson would say he is working through the conflict of:

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Levinson's theory suggests that during midlife, individuals often confront the conflict of integrating masculine and feminine aspects of their personality. Austin's decision to engage in a hobby he previously deemed feminine indicates he is working through this conflict.

For the First Time in His Life, Austin, Now 46