VII. THE PROCESS OF ATTAINING MATURITY
When we speak of maturity, we speak of growth and development and an attitude of reflectiveness and acceptance that makes growth possible. This growth in maturity demands a more active engagement in taking the necessary steps to grow in our relationship with self, others, reality and God. The following steps are not a once-and-for-all process that gives instant maturity but a lifelong attitude of reflection and working with oneself that makes growth possible.