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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in10RjFox · M

I can relate this to my son saying [quote]Pa! Can you fill my water bottle for me [/quote]

I see it as participative living rather than relient living.

Instead of giving her a ride, try making her drive with you as company. Maybe it's the boredom of driving alone. And after sometime just not be there at that time, where she has no choice but to drive on her own.