Learning Interconnects with the Life Circumstances of an Adult
In order to engage in learning, some margin of power must be available to the adult. For example, if an adult has young children at home with no other available caretaker but him/herself (external factor), the load is greater than the power, and the margin is decreased. As the children grow, the load to power changes. The children become independent and are able to care for themselves. Thus, the margin has also increased and is now better equipped to deal with the load.