Catherine is a high-powered attorney working at a prestigious law firm and a mother of two small children. She recently came to the conclusion that she will not fulfill her dream of partner by age 40. According to Sheehy, giving up this dream is also known as a
A) meaning crisis.
B) shift from competing to connecting.
C) midlife transition.
D) stagnant choice.

Question

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Catherine is experiencing a meaning crisis because she is giving up on her dream of becoming a partner at her law firm. This is a significant life event that can lead to a reevaluation of one's values and goals.

Catherine Is a High-Powered Attorney Working at a Prestigious Law