At what age do you think you can be fully independent? (Page 2)

Being there emotionally and to help out, you for your parents and them for you, should always be there. But there are levels of independence you do need in order to become a mature adult. There are lots of factors that make each situation unique, but in general, I think a good rule of thumb is that your parents shouldn't be doing something for you which you can do for yourself. And maybe your parents shouldn't have to pay for anything that isn't a necessity of life, like some bills, fancy clothes, fancy car payment, etc. You know your own circumstances, attitude and heart. If you are working hard full time in uni to get a good job, and you need their financial support to do that and they can provide that, then no problem. But if you aren't in full time school - or if you are able to work full time or can afford to pay rent but don't - that might be the time to start paying your own bills. Learning how to pay bills, budget your own income, and live on your own is vital for maturing into a responsible adult, but with schooling as expensive as it is, that stage of life might need to be postponed until your schooling is done. Am out!!!!!

Posted: at 4-01-2009 06:12 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie

when u ar comfortable expecially when ur parents still have what it takes to further ur education.once finish u can proceed wt ur life at any ageeeeeee.

Posted: at 5-01-2009 09:08 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie

It's internationally agreed to b 18 and above depending on how readily prepared u are to plan ur lif urself. But i think,to b on a saver side,it should b after one is gainfully employed, havin completed 1st degree or a good Diploma programme in a reputable institute and believes/thinks there is need for independence.



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Posted: at 6-01-2009 11:17 AM (15 years ago) | Newbie

I think the legal age is 18 thats if the individual is ripe enough to paddle his/her own canoe him/herself, as long as he/she can pay the bill of living a independent lyf and can face the challenges of lyf him/herself, no qualm but for the girls its good for them to stay at their parents house waiting for the right man to com and ask for their hand in marriage b4 leaving ur parents house or their cares for proper upbringing, care and support so that you won't ruin ur life oooooooooo.......

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Posted: at 6-01-2009 02:09 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie

Hmmm! It is not the matter of age neither is it money. You should leave your parent when you are really matured intellectualy. You can leave your parent's home without having a penny in your pocket but with a great plan and strategy to face life in its fullness. Before you leave your parent's home, sit them down and ask them to comment on your character and attitude, if you get 80% and above then you are ready. Dont forget to also ask some friends and relatives that knows you well to comment on your attitude. Now, you are going on a success journey, do you have your road map? Is your your map really maped? Sit down and plan well before leaving and be ready to face the challenges that life brings to you. Facing the challenges isnt really the issue but how much can you learn from it and how well can you overcome it.

If you dont have any of these abilities then you know what to do else you'll come back home begging your Dad to give you the key to his store at least to put a bed and make up a room for yourself.

Posted: at 6-01-2009 05:42 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie

i think a child shoul move out of his parents' house wen he/she has a stable source of income.probably from work.whether guy or girl.

Posted: at 6-01-2009 09:38 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie

I dont think the age matters,it depends on how u can handle matters maturedly,give your self good advice etc,its not all about running out of the house,its what happens when u re alone,but pls stay in your parents house till u re well behaved.

Posted: at 7-01-2009 06:46 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

?If I may ask, what about those that dont live with their parents?
when is it ripe for them to leave

Posted: at 7-01-2009 09:14 AM (15 years ago) | Newbie

anytime above 18! Since by then majority are done with high school, can vote, party (clubbing), can be sued, can go to jail!!!
omg too many responsibilities at 18 sometimes i don't even wanna turn 18

Posted: at 9-01-2009 06:59 AM (15 years ago) | Upcoming

at age of discretion.

Posted: at 9-01-2009 12:51 PM (15 years ago) | Newbie