They only cared about you. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Hailey. Now, you need to understand that your parents raised you modestly because they cared about raising a hard-working woman who made her own money.
They wanted to see you mature faster than all the other kids. If you had everything handed to you on a silver platter, you wouldn’t have grown up with the skills that you have now. They don’t owe you anything.
As a college student about to begin her life, your parents don’t owe you money. It’s just like they said, it’s their money, not yours. Once you find a job, you’ll be able to pay off your debt and continue living your adulthood years.
You can rely on your parents for emotional support and unconditional love, but financially, you need to be independent. Find a friend and build your path. If you still need space from your parents, that’s understandable.
You can ask a friend if you can stay over for a few days until you find a place to rent and get back on your feet. Alternatively, you can go back to your parents and even ask them for advice on what to do next to financially recover from the debt. Giving everything a child wants is a recipe for a spoiled child.
Saying no may result in tantrums and problems, but it raises kids with better independence. Here’s an instance where an entitled child can turn a flight into an uncomfortable experience for others. Source: Brightside
