What are the reasons that people move out of their parents homes? How do you know when is the right time to move out? Do you have to be at the right place financially, emotionally...? Why is it that some move as soon as they can, and others stay as long as possible?
I know, silly questions.
I don't think this is a silly question at all! It's actually something I struggled with, and even at my age- I still consider whether I should move
back home!
Our generation is in an interesting financial climate. Compared to other generations, we're in higher education much longer, have larger student debt, and make less money. This means that it's often not financially responsible for us to move out until we're finished school and have a secure job. This is also happening much later in life!
This discussion actually talks about how the economics for our generation are much different than our parents- thus we have to change our expectations.
[video=youtube;8nLZC7Mwgeg]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8nLZC7Mwgeg[/video]
Additionally, our generation has a much different parent-child relationship. This change in the relationship, is both good and bad. Parents tend to make staying at home much easier and much more 'okay' than they use to - but they also recognize the economic strain.
It's difficult to know when you should move out. I think you have to consider a range of pros/cons. I found the most difficult thing was the feeling that I
needed to move out to meet some 'normal' standard or ideal for being an adult...but it's not the case. You can be a responsible adult and still live at home.
A good way to transition into whether or not you should move out, is maybe start paying your parents rent (just a bit) and setting up some 'rules' so it's more like you're a roommate, rather than their child. Buying your own groceries and preparing your own meals is another great way to start that transition.
Living on your own is great and awesome....but there are SOOO many perks of being at home!!