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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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SwampFlower · 31-35, F
My oldest couldn't wait to drive and started saving for their first car 2 years before they could take the written test. They saved almost 10k and we put out the rest to buy them a new Civic when they were 17.

The younger ones might be harder. They haven't showed nearly as much initiative and are content to let us do whatever we will for them lol.