Now that their children have left their home, Marion and Steve are "empty nesters." In an effort not to feel empty and depressed, they have decided to take up Latin dancing in order to meet new people. They have also decided to volunteer at a local community organization in order to connect with people who need help. Which of Peck's stages are Marion and Steve confronting?

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Marion and Steve are confronting the stage of emotional flexibility vs. emotional impoverishment as they are actively seeking new interests and ways to connect with others to avoid feeling empty, demonstrating emotional flexibility.

Now That Their Children Have Left Their Home, Marion and Steve