What does being an adult really mean? | Dr. Henry Cloud

Unlike in the distant past, we don’t really have a rite of passage to adulthood. Dr. Henry Cloud talks about how regardless of how many degrees you have, or how old you are, being an adult is not a guarantee based on age or merit alone. So what is adulthood, and how do we get to it? You’ve probably met people that have made it far into their lives and still aren’t an adult yet. Dr. Cloud talks about what it means to be a responsible, independent adult. You may physically be an adult, but there are emotional, psychological and spiritual aspects to adulthood that you may need to grow in. One key to all of this is how you feel. Do you feel like you’re on an equal level with your peers, friends, family and other relationships? If you don’t, this clip will help you learn how to rethink who you are and why see yourself as less-than.

[Nanacansew]

Oh my gosh this was what I needed to hear. Thank you. 🙏

[ClancyKeegan-fv]

I was abused when I was a child by my parents and others. I suffered from flashbacks and night terrors all of my life
They scapegoated me and would never answer my questions about what happened to me. I think it kept me childlike in my adulthood. Partners abused me also.
I still have a faith 🙏

[sh]

The false teachings of Bill Gothard have had a horrible impact on my life. I wasn't even aware that my parents attended his seminars long after I left the home. After being saved, and joining church, I was unaware of how much these false teachings on patriarchy, superstition, men being in positions of authority but without accountability twisted my christian life. I was condemned, accused of being rebellious, blamed for things I had no control over. This system in the hands of a malignant narcissist ( who is very covert) has been a nightmare. A good man considers the life of his beast, but the tender mercies of the wicked are cruel.

[gisforme]

You can disagree WITHOUT being disagreeable!!

[nazila]

Much appreciate this amazing teaching Dr Cloud. You are surely a God sent gift to many!

[ikhinarafatu]

Thank you very much Dr Cloud. You're a blessing to many people that may never have the opportunity of meeting you. Please keep up the good work. I really needed this. I'm currently reading one of your books " Changes that Heal".

[elizabethgoehring]

Dr. Cloud, you make me laugh about the lighting & "vampirish nail polish" HAHA.

[jackiegregory]

i see myself as an adult but often get treated like a child

[tinyfacemcgee]

Would you help with being taken advantage of. I have felt one down and like a child my whole life, I’m 51, and I think I let off signals to users…how do we stop being taken advantage of!

[paulyhart]

thanks! i'm writing a book called: "let go of being stupid and gain wisdom" - title based on proverbs 8:5. i love your stuff and may use a quote from you. i'll give you full attribution. i appreciate your wisdom!!!

[EvaCFricke]

You can make good at 18, but still you can carry childhood traumas with you. You could be earning money but you still don't have emotional intelligence.
Working on your emotional issues is different than working on your degrees and making money.

[kelliered]

I am a 64 yr old female married 22 yrs no kids feel like we are both still kids feel like a failureb

[kathryngracey]

Did an adult create the art behind your head? LOL. Honestly ...I find it rather distracting