Independence

May 14, 2010 • High School

Hey, Mom and Dad! Let me figure it out for myself.

Parents can sometimes be controlling of their children’s life. Kids need to learn independence to succeed.

I know that it may be hard to let go and allow your children to see the world for what it truly is on their own, without your guidance and support.

But it is so much better for us to if we learn, on our own, how to apply what you have taught us to the real world. If you don’t let us become independent, we won’t learn to apply these skills and we’ll be unable to think for ourselves.

Where would we be then?

Every time that we have a problem, or are stuck in a tricky situation, we will be coming to you for help and let’s face it—kids deal with a lot of problems.

The more that I can find a solution for my own problems, the more successful that I will be.

About me: I go to South Secondary School in London, ON and I have two younger siblings. I have always been a movie guy. Whenever my friends call or text me to go for a walk or to meet up at the school my only response is “Nope. Movie or bust!” Needless to say I usually get my way! But movies aren’t the only thing I enjoy. In the summer I love to bike with my friends down to the Thames River and ride along the trails. The sights and the entire ride are always beautiful. I know, right? How often do you come across a teenage guy who uses the word beautiful when not talking about that hottie across the hall? But there’s more weirdness than that! I also like to bake and listen to old music. OMG! You’ve just entered the Twilight Zone! Anyway, hopefully you’ll enjoy my new posts! Remember to leave feedback and comments at the bottom! – Dylan.