A simple social media remark recently generated a heated debate: Should children move out in their early twenties or stay with their parents??This age-old subject has polarised views and sparked debates about independence, family support, and societal values.
The advocates for young adults leaving home early stress the importance of independence?and personal development and claim that leaving the parental nest helps children learn important life skills, make autonomous decisions, and take on responsibilities. According to proponents, early independence fosters self-sufficiency, builds resilience, and helps young individuals discover their identities outside the safe cocoon of the family home.
Shubh posted the tweet on his?Twitter?handle by saying, "How many of you agree to this opinion that you should move out of your parents' house in your early 20s if you want to grow without restriction?"
The Twitter user inquired whether this provides a more independent environment. The notion that by moving out, we are abandoning our older parents is not only restrictive but also harmful. So making decisions in life causes undue guilt, and everything we do for ourselves feels selfish when it isn't.
Various factors, including cultural conventions, economic situations, and individual choices, impact the decision to move out or live with parents. Cultural differences are important because societal expectations and traditions differ among regions and communities. Economic considerations such as the cost of living, the availability of cheap housing, and job possibilities can significantly impact a young adult's capacity to move out and live independently.
Just a few days ago, Shubh posted the tweet, and till now, it has gotten over 122.1K views, 122 retweets, 64 quotes, 2,163 likes, and 84 bookmarks. This debate is certainly never-ending, as people worldwide have different ideas about it. So, let's just read the comments and see what netizens have to say about it:
One user stated, "As long as the father's shadow is on the head, there is joy in life; when it disappears, the meaning of life is understood.
Another person stated, "I kinda didn't have a choice because my parents/siblings blackmailed me into going for Masters at the age of 23... but it was an awesome experience staying in a foreign place without knowing anyone and making new friends."
One even said, "I am living apart from my parents, and you should believe me. This isn't good. Life is not a Karan Johar film."??
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