Millennials Sick Of People Telling They Should Move Out Of Their Parents, Explain How Times Have Changed

i purchased a house at 25 years old. last year (i'm 39 now) i sold it to help my mother. my father died and she couldn't cope with debts (long story, not my parents' fault) plus she was living in this HUGE house alone. when i sold the house i cancelled out what was left of my mortgage, helped my mother settle her bills, and refurbished the first story of my family house which i'm now sharing with my mother: she lives downstairs, i live upstairs. she's retired and my job pays for everything, so i wouldn't exactly say that if you live with your parents as an adult your life is a failure.

There are many circumstances which result in staying with parents. Not everyone who lives with their parents can't cope in life. Maybe someone wants to save on their own flat in this way? Maybe he could not save if he had to pay the bills & rent? Maybe parents are elderly or sick and require care? On the other hand: maybe someone had to move out early in adult life, because there was violence/alcohol abuse in this house? Maybe someone was orphaned and had to learn how to cope earlier than his/her colleagues? Maybe someone is talented, has a great job, earns a lot and could start living alone at an early age? Not all parents are supportive and not all families are happy. Examples can be multiplied indefinitely, but that's not the point. Why are people so judgmental? What's wrong with us? Isn't it better to share positive energy instead of humiliating people? Mind your own business. Be good for each others. Don't judge. You never know, what life is preparing for you.

In New Zealand, we say 'it's time to cut the apron strings'.

My wife and my I share an apartment with my daughter and granddaughter. I make more money then both of them so I do pay more of the rent, while me and my wife pay the bills and my daughter buys groceries. People think that she lives with me, but she doesnt. Her name is on the lease and she contributes to the household. I dont mind it, I would rather her move out when she is in the financial position to do so, not because society thinks that it is past her time. Plus I like having my granddaughter there. I get annoyed when people talk about Millennials being lazy but it is hard out there. My son and his wife barely make it and have two kids to take care of and work their butts off everyday just like most do. If you want to live with your parents until your 50 do it, just pay your part and anyone elses opinion should not matter.

Its normal for Indonesian culture if the situation were allowed children are usually leaving the nest when they got married. Im 23, on college, live with my parents, got a part time job and they always told me to save the money to buy my own house or car. It save me a lot of money since i dont need to go outside to eat, pay rent, or the bills. Of course i help on cleaning the house, cook, and do the chores. At this economy situation, living with your parents is the best solution while saving up your money.