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Is it hard to parent today?

My 21-year-old stepdaughter has taken the scenic route to independence. She's mastered the art of relying on me for rides because she's "too afraid to drive."

I've had to draw the line, encouraging her to spread her wings and conquer her fears. It's not always easy, but I believe in her ability to grow.

Have you faced a similar situation with your young adult child resisting the road to adulthood?
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Fairydust · F
Yeah my eldest, she did struggle to do things on her own.
I ended up paying for her to go to Australia on a working visa for a year to find herself, gift for her 18th birthday.
It was the best thing for her and gave her independence.
WiFiWitch · 41-45, F
@Fairydust did it give her the independence she needed?
Fairydust · F
@WiFiWitch

💯 absolutely changed her life yeah. She had the best time, in fact she came back and went back again.