I think you're probably an adult when you transition from the role of being "protected", by some one, or some entity, to the role of "protector"... That is, yo

I think you're probably an adult when you transition from the role of being "protected", by some one, or some entity, to the role of "protector"... That is, you've managed your own affairs so that you're now in a position to help others who need help managing theirs... That's the cornerstone of a healthy and productive society--accomplished elders mentoring the young on a consistent basis...