Life is very busy, but it hasn't become terribly complex yet. Not until the person has moved into the middle years will he begin to wrestle with life's deep and perplexing issues which often do not have simple answers. The early adult years are marked by hope, a futuristic outlook, a fairly clear-cut dream, and a great deal of energy. Generally, the thirties and the fifties are the productive years, whereas the late thirties and early forties are often the anxious years. The thirties are busy years.
Men seem to focus only on career, almost totally ignoring their family.
It's a busy time for families as children so quickly become teenagers. By the time the mother crosses her fortieth birthday, her teens could begin to leave the nest. The fifties also tend to be highly productive. Generally, both men and women have passed through their midlife reevaluation and are now using their wisdom and experience to make a significant impact. They have prioritized their lives, thrown away unnecessary obligations, and focused their energies on their redefined dreams.