One goal that many parents share is the desire to raise self-sufficient, productive children who will positively contribute to society. That's definitely been high on my parenting list for all of my eight kids. As each one approaches that time when they must leave the nest, I feel a bittersweet pang of victory.
However, in today's society, many young adults aren't as anxious to fly the coop as in years past. In July of 2020, 52% of young adults resided with one or both of their parents, up from 47% in February, according to a new Pew Research Center analysis of monthly Census Bureau data. The number living with parents grew to 26.6 million, an increase of 2.6 million from February.
If you have a chickadee that doesn't want to leave your family's safe and comfy environment, here are five ways you can help them take flight:
Know your child's capabilities
If you're a movie buff, you may recall the popular romantic comedy Failure to Launch, starring Matthew McConaughey. It's a hilarious take on how far parents will go to get an adult child out of the house. Although its intent was entertainment, it struck a chord with thousands of families who are in similar circumstances.
Just because your child graduates from college, celebrates a milestone 21st birthday, or is considering post-high school options, it doesn't guarantee their transition into adulthood.
There are dozens of reasons our adult children may not be in any rush to leave their comfy childhood homes. These include:
- Convenience - Everything is taken care of at home (meals, laundry, room service). Even the dog is attentive.
- Finances - It's a financial burden for a child to live on their own.
- Employment - They're in between jobs, or still haven't found one. Relocating or finding a new position might be taking longer than expected. Or their present job can't pay the bills.
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