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At what point did you realize that your parents, although well-meaning, are not equipped to advise you?

When I was in college, I realized my parents couldn't advise me on most matters. Their advice on homeownership, income properties, savings, stocks, education, marriage, and even family planning had to be quietly disregarded. I feel bad saying this, but their advice has been so short-sighted and naive because the general tenor is "it'll work out; or, God will take care of it" when i'm trying to carefully plan things and take calculated risks.
Heartlander · 80-89, M
:) this begs the question about when you realize that your children have moved beyond needing or wanting your advice.
blindbob · 41-45
@Heartlander i think every parent hopes they can always be useful.
Heartlander · 80-89, M
@blindbob Yep, at the 1st hint that they are just humoring you is is a good time to replace advice with encouragement and validation.
Like when I was 10 lol
blindbob · 41-45
@HijabaDabbaDoo how come?
theAlchemist · 56-60, M
Mid to late teens.

 
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