Living On Your Own
By sbucu57
@sbucu57 (55)
Philippines
July 17, 2012 3:08am CST
I had a conversation with a colleague many years ago who chose to be single at the age 40 yet had not even tried living on her own. She told me despite her adventurous personality , she does not trust herself that much when it comes to finances thus her hesitancy to live independently.
I told her that she was definitely missing a lot. I added at first there will always be doubts if one will be able to make it through but at the end of the day, one will realize the benefits of living on her own. Besides, it will also help her a lot to be mindful of her finances as everything will rely on how she earns, spends and allot for her basic expenses.
What about you, what is your opinion when it comes to living one you own?
5 responses
@vidhyaprakash_2 (7116)
• India
17 Jul 12
Hi friend, good to know about your colleague. While we are living our own, we are independent and have the ability to do whatever we think and spend our money for our needs and necessities, we are the decision maker for ourself and enjoy a lot in our life. We must organize our expenses and plan our money as per our wish
@realbusinesswithyou (226)
• Philippines
17 Jul 12
Well living on your own promotes independence and it really will help you mold yourself into a more mature person. Ofcourse being with your parents is great, but as we grow old we should assume more of the responsibilities as we are trained as young as we were kids. There will be a few bumps on the road, but take them as opportunities to grow as a person. Living on your own will help you cement your own name and identity.
@sbucu57 (55)
• Philippines
17 Jul 12
I totally agree . It is also great to visit and be with your parents from time to time or live just a few blocks away from them, but I believe the advantages of living separately outweigh the disadvantages of living with our parents still in one roof. In the end, they will be more thankful and at peace knowing they will leave their kids with the knowledge that they can take care of their lives independently.
@chasecalice (190)
• Philippines
17 Jul 12
I started living alone when I was 16 years old since I studied in a different city.
But I still received financial support from my family. When I graduated, I really live on my own until now. Living independently teaches you a lot of lessons. You have to be responsible in everything that you do. And financial matter is one important thing. You have to budget everything for the house, food and you have to make sure that you still have left for your savings.
It's not easy but it is interesting and challenging.
Happy Mylotting!
@Raine38 (12391)
• United States
17 Jul 12
It's definitely not a walk in the park. I can't even sleep by myself in a room, much more in a house with just me in it!
It requires a lot of hard work and a lot of learning fast as you have no one to readily rely on. I have to learn how to cook real food as fast-food is expensive and unhealthy for everyday meal; to do my own laundry as laundromats tend to be expensive to, even do my own ironing.
Looking back now, I say it is the time where I had the most life lessons learned. it made me appreciate my family even more, and it let me grow up.
At her age, she should start "testing" it now. I mean, our folks wouldn't be here for us forever even if they want to. And if ever there's one thing that I want to bring to my folks, is their peace of mind that they can rest easy because I'll be just fine on my own.
@sbucu57 (55)
• Philippines
17 Jul 12
Very well said! I believe one of the greatest achievements a parent had made was teaching their kids self reliance, responsibility and independence while they were still alive.
Your parents must be very proud of you ! All the best to you and your family !
