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Becoming Jane Barney: Developing a generative identity as an engaged citizen.

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Title: Becoming Jane Barney: Developing a generative identity as an engaged citizen.
Authors: Newton, Nicky J., Stewart, Abigail J.
Source: Journal of Personality. Feb2023, Vol. 91 Issue 1, p165-179. 15p.
Subjects: Barney, J., Community activists, Philosophers, Social work students, Social change, Psychology & biography
Abstract: Objective: We propose that analysis of the life of Jane Lockwood Barney provides insight into the notion of a "generative identity"—an integrated sense of self constructed around caring for others and the world. During her 104 years, the socially prescribed roles for women grew in range; Barney's own roles included minister's wife, mother of four, theological philosopher, social work student and professional, and community activist. We outline her life, focusing on three periods defined by her time at Parishfield, a Christian 'think tank' that focused on community‐engaged advocacy for structural change, based in Brighton, Michigan. Method: Using thematic analysis, we identify three main themes from documents written by and about Barney, as well as interviews conducted later in her life. Results: Consistent with Erikson's notion of epigenesis, these themes—belonging, self‐reliance/self‐expression and generative identity—are evident throughout Barney's adult life to varying degrees. However, we show that the first two themes, belonging and self‐reliance/self‐expression, act as precursors to the development of her generative identity. Conclusion: Barney's experience at Parishfield in midlife was pivotal to her generative identity, acting as a sort of crucible and turning point; from that time forward the focus of her activities broadened to caring and working tirelessly for the underserved in her community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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  Data: Objective: We propose that analysis of the life of Jane Lockwood Barney provides insight into the notion of a "generative identity"—an integrated sense of self constructed around caring for others and the world. During her 104 years, the socially prescribed roles for women grew in range; Barney's own roles included minister's wife, mother of four, theological philosopher, social work student and professional, and community activist. We outline her life, focusing on three periods defined by her time at Parishfield, a Christian 'think tank' that focused on community‐engaged advocacy for structural change, based in Brighton, Michigan. Method: Using thematic analysis, we identify three main themes from documents written by and about Barney, as well as interviews conducted later in her life. Results: Consistent with Erikson's notion of epigenesis, these themes—belonging, self‐reliance/self‐expression and generative identity—are evident throughout Barney's adult life to varying degrees. However, we show that the first two themes, belonging and self‐reliance/self‐expression, act as precursors to the development of her generative identity. Conclusion: Barney's experience at Parishfield in midlife was pivotal to her generative identity, acting as a sort of crucible and turning point; from that time forward the focus of her activities broadened to caring and working tirelessly for the underserved in her community. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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