How should I tell my family I am moving? I am 27ish years old and have been living at home for the past 7 months since I broke up with my boyfriend. I feel like I am in a rut living here at home, and have only a part time job because I have been planning this move for a while.
My parents keep bugging me to get a full time job with health insurance and all that stuff. I've just been humoring them because I know I'll be leaving soon.
I moved out of state when I graduated from college and when I did they were upset with me and took bets on when I would come back. I know it'll be the same this time, I just dont know how to break it to them gently.
Please any suggestions?
2007-04-07 06:13:45 · 15 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
Why break it to them gently? It doesn't sound like they'll be broken-hearted! Of course, if you do not yet have a full-time job with benefits, you will likely have to depend on someone, because the cost of living is quite high!
2007-04-07 06:17:11 · answer #1 · answered by HearKat 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them.At your age you are a adult now and making your own decisions and accepting what happens because of those decisions is a sign of maturity.As long as you have made sure that you can afford living by yourself or you have lined up a roommate that will split the costs as moving out and having to move back quickly will not make points with your parents they should respect your decision.Also inviting them over to see your new place after you are completely settled in is a excellent idea as well.
2007-04-07 06:24:18 · answer #2 · answered by hjbergel 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Perhaps if you acted like an adult they would treat you like one. Get the full time job and make sure you have health insurance! Do the right thing and you will be more honest with yourself and your parents!! Oh, by the way I'm sure they know what you are up to, they have known you for 27ish years.
2007-04-07 06:19:29 · answer #3 · answered by Donna D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are you moving to another state? Do you plan on moving in the next month?
" have only a part time job because I have been planning this move for a while"
Moving costs alot of money. If its going to be more than a month wht not work full time and part time?
As for your parents be honset with them about your plans. They are proably concerned that you are not working more( their your parents they cant help it) They also may have genuine concerns for your well being based on your previous decisions. Tell them your plans and listen to their concerns while still making your own decisions.
2007-04-07 06:21:31 · answer #4 · answered by celticpixie 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just tell them. I think you need to grow up a little. Living with mommy and daddy at 27 with a part-time job? I am 27 and have had my own house for 4 years. I have been employed full time for 7 years and live hundreds of miles from home.
2007-04-07 06:17:41 · answer #5 · answered by Ryan 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them the truth!
And i mean if u are 27ish then u have your own life!
Tell them something like :
Nothing will change with our contact!
And by the way (i know this from own experience)
The moment u don't see someone every day, you will realize much more what u feel for them!
2007-04-07 06:20:33 · answer #6 · answered by Shari D 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell them calmly.....Don't act cocky or rude...i.e Im leavinnggg!!......Sit them down and tell them your moving out....you said that they were "taking bets" shows they don't believe you can do it! When you tell them act confident,,, don't sound confused as if your unsure of the move,,, try and get a place before you go... this would make you seem confident,,,as though the deed has been done..and no second thoughts have happend.....Your parents would give your more respect if you act confident
2007-04-07 06:21:21 · answer #7 · answered by ♣Kermit the Frog♣ 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think honesty is the key. Talk to them be sincere, that shows that you are more than ready to be on your own, and that they don't have to worry as much. Tell them how you feel, don't keep things from them because that shows immaturity. Invite them to dinner and tell them straight forward.
Hope this helps, also let them know that you will always need them.
2007-04-07 06:18:59 · answer #8 · answered by therearetwosidestoeveryquestion 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Since when is moving out and being independent a bad thing? My parents loved it, they get their private time and they have the satisfaction of knowing they raised an intelligent and independent daughter.
2007-04-07 06:17:43 · answer #9 · answered by Austin Ellis- Due May 18, 2010 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just go to them and tell them. You're 27 years old and can do as you wish. In fact just move out. Who says you have to say anything but "good-bye".
2007-04-07 06:19:11 · answer #10 · answered by g_davis58 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋