I became discouraged with my situation. I thought that if I moved back in with my parents that I would look like a failure to my peers and all my friends back home. I let my pride get in the way of the bigger picture. I didn’t take the time to look at all my accomplishments. I was a graduate of an HBCU. I took the chance and left my home to venture off to another state, and I survived it all on my own.
Soon, it became too much for me to handle. The bills kept rolling in, and with no income, I decided to move back home. My parents welcomed me with open arms; they were glad to see me. They helped me with my transition and also gave me the stability I needed to focus on my goals. There was no pressure for me to hurry up and find a career path. Within a month, I knew what I wanted to do. My career path was crystal clear to me.
The point I’m trying to make is that although we would rather not move back in with our parents, it’s nice to know they are there when we need them if we have to come back home. Accept the opportunity as a chance to relax and take the necessary steps toward getting yourself together. By doing this, you ensure that you will plan for the unexpected things that happen in life so you won’t have to move back with them in the future.
