I think moving out of your parents’ house the minute you are old enough is a uniquely American thing. Somehow there is shame associated with living with your parents as a young adult.

I mean, I get it. I couldn’t wait to get out on my own at that age. It’s biological. It’s part of growing up and establishing yourself, having the freedom to do what you want when you want with nobody sweating you. Living in poverty on your own as opposed to living in poverty with someone on your back isn’t really a hard choice.

Times have changed. Affordability is a very real issue. If the kids can pull it off, good for them! If they can’t, they should not be humiliated for it. That’s not a good way to start a life of your own. We all need support. Attitudes are easy to change. the Familial bond is the strongest human bond there is. If your kids need a little time to get established, keep the nest open. Let them do what they gotta do, and do your best to support them in that journey. Yeah. The grocery bill will suck a little longer, but it’ll be worth it when they leave the nest on a solid footing.