How to be independent from parents?
I was raised much like you. When I left home I didn't know how to make my bed, do laundry or anything. I was so tired of everything after two years of running home to have my laundry done by the maid and hearing crap from my parents (God knows I loved them) I went into the Army. It was the best thing ever happened to me...I grew up real quick. I did however have a car and a job (I got a car on my 16th birthday) and worked. But everything was always given to me and done for me. I know that my parents always meant to do the best for me but I found out that the real world is a lot different than what Mom and Dad's house is. I respected my parent's but wished they would have showed me more of what the real world was. I spoiled the crap out of my own kids but they did more than I did. They did dishes and laundry and made their own beds. I made sure they could take care of themselves in case I died or something...I never wanted them to be like I was when I was 21...lost in the world. I raised them with good work ethics and pray that they will do the same. Get a job, get your license and get out from under your parents. Move into the dorms when you go to college and LIVE. Life is beautiful. It's time for you to enjoy life. Peace, Love & Happiness
How do you convince your parents to let you be more independent?
They treat me like someone half my age. This summer all I want to do is get a bike and go around town, by myself. But my parents won't allow me to go outside on my own - they always have to be with me.
My Parents Won't Let Me Be Independent?
I am sorry and I feel your pain far away. You are living with your parents who always think that you are 6 years old even though you are older than that. I urge you to try to move out as soon as you can. In my opinion, I do not think you can say much since you are still at home and they are paying for your college. They will make sure you do what they say. They may not realize you are over 18 years old already. In America I can not say much about my daughter and I want her to be independent and grows up. What about trying to finish you school as fast as you can and try a part time job instead of seeing your boyfriend everyday. Your problem is about 2 generations crashing and communication broke down. You need to negotiate with them about your privacy and freedom. In my personal opinion, it is going to be hard and they may be from the old country. So try to see what is the best and talk to your boyfriend about your next move and see if he can help you after you finish school. Good luck and I am sure many kids are in the same situation like you. I wish you the best of everything.
Why are my parents trying to keep me from being independent?
Im an 18 year old first generation indian. My parents both grew up in india. Compared to my white friends, my parents are so on top of me, although I know its good they are guiding me, I feel like my parents cultural values dont match up with my white friends parents. They always want me home earlier, they dont give me the independence my friends get, and I feel like they just dont understand how me and my friends hang out. Im working five days a week making money, I workout, play basketball, help out around the house when my prents need me but still theyre so paraNoid about me going out and We dont even live in a bad area. I cant wait to go back to college where i get independence and freesom. I honestly cant wait till im older and get to hve my own place without my parents constantly on my back about things. Why do I feel this way? Can I do anything ir say anything to get my parents to ease up more? Can anyone relate? Thanks in advance
Are you claiming financial independence from your parents? What does this mean?
Dependency on the FAFSA and dependency on the tax return are two different things, and each have their own rules. On the FAFSA, dependency is determined by your answers to a series of questions on the application (are you over 24, are you married, supporting a dependent of your own, a grad student, in the military, etc.) If you can't answer yes to one of those questions, then you are a dependent for financial aid purposes and must include parent information. This is true even if you don't live with a parent, aren't supported by one, aren't claimed on a parent's tax return, or the parent is not contributing to your education. This is because the federal student aid system is based on the premise that parents are responsible for paying for their child's education to the best of their ability, as determined by a common set of criteria that are applied to all applicants. It doesn't matter whether your parents are actually supporting you or paying for your education because the FAFSA isn't measuring that--it's measuring their ability to. If you weren't able to answer yes to one of the dependency questions, and you submit your FAFSA without parent information, it will reject and your school will not be able to award aid to you until you correct it.
What are the benefits of being independent?
i am actually a student who just started uni.. I really dont care too much about studying but my parents tell me a lot of good things about studies...one of them tht i dont get is I will be financially independent...Up to this point in my life i hav always got all i wanted from my parents..games, food, accomodation,etc and I know they hav means to support me financially for the rest of my life. SO what is the point of leavin my comfortable(parent dependent) life and struggle at uni doin a lot of work etc just to be independent?? I just want you guys to tell me what is so great about being independent!