AJ (Age 8), Meadow (Age 18), and Tony (Age 28)

question 30

Essay

A.J. (age 8), Meadow (age 18), and Tony (age 28) are all children of the Soprano family. Each of them is about to experience a loss as the result of the death of their mother, Sally. Describe the similarities and differences that you would expect concerning the reactions of these individuals to their loss.

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Definitions:

Consciously Competent

A stage of learning in which an individual is aware of their skill and can perform a task effectively through conscious effort.

Consciously Incompetent

Recognition of one's own lack of skills or knowledge in a particular area, which is considered the second stage in the process of learning and skill development.

Unconsciously Competent

A stage of skill acquisition where an individual can perform activities proficiently without conscious effort or awareness.

Persistence

Constancy of purpose and unrelenting determination; a leadership quality required to persevere and prevail, even when others lose their strength and will.