Hi Rosie,
I donât get along with my parents. We fight and argue all the time. They donât like my friends; the fact that I like to hang out and party; they are disappointed that I am not in school either. I am 23 and I do have a full-time job, but my parents say that Iâm not responsible enough because I donât contribute enough to the household.{{more}} Rosie, itâs my hard-earned money and I give what I can every now and then, when I can. Granted, I donât pay rent or buy food, but that is their job, not mine. I donât have any kids; I donât do drugs and I am respectful to them; so what is the problem? Maybe I should move out to keep the peace? What do you think?
Tired
Dear Tired,
Yes, please yes, MOVE OUT! Are you serious? I read your letter with my mouth wide open. You came across very entitled and spoilt; no wonder you and your parents are fighting so much.
Why is it that you think at 23 years old you shouldnât be an active financial contributor to your household? Who said that your parents have a legal obligation to provide for you at this stage in your life? Let me give you a news flash â they donât!
Iâm sorry, but you are selfish, plain and simple. So, let me go back to my first statement where I am agreeing with you that itâs time for you to go. See what the real world is about: the bills, the responsibility and all that comes with it. Iâm pretty sure you will have a different tune then. Make sure after tasting the humble pie you are going to experience, that you go back and thank your parents for all that they did for you. Good luck, my dear; I truly wish you the best with your new adventure in life.
Rosie
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