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I hate my family and want to move out right when I turn 18... is that okay?

Profile: clh2os
clh2os on Dec 17, 2015
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If that is what you think will be best for you, then do it. First think about the implications, do you have financial grounding? Do you have a support system? Sometimes we get lost in the superficial emotions, we forget everything our family provides.
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Profile: Nakuu
Nakuu on Dec 18, 2015
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This is perfectly reasonable, sometimes being around family can be toxic and moving out might be better. But you should also talk to your family, address what it is that angers you about them. See if you can work over this and maintain a healthy relationship.
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Anonymous on Dec 18, 2015
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You dislike your family and want to move out when you turn 18. Would like to talk about why you want to do this?
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Anonymous on Dec 18, 2015
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It is your choice. If this is what you need to do to be happy, then do it. However, understand the consequences. Families are usually great but don't believe that there aren't any exceptions.
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Anonymous on Dec 19, 2015
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That's totally okay! But before you move out, it's important to try and help them understand why you're leaving. Don't be disrespectful or impolite, just be honest with your feelings. Hopefully then, they'll understand you a little bit better and vice versa.
Profile: superman02
superman02 on Dec 19, 2015
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Families squabble all the time but, sometimes those are toxic relationships it is OK to move out on your own path at 18 but, just a little bit of forewarning it is very possible that you may need the help and support of some people during that time and family is sometimes the best source for that.
Profile: Swifting
Swifting on Dec 20, 2015
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While having major disagreements and even "hating" your family can arise while developing it's important to consider your financial situation before you attempt to move out immediately at 18. Can you afford to live on your own? Can you provide yourself the care you need? What are your savings like and what will you do in emergencies? All of these questions are important to figure out if moving out, ever, is feasible to do. While your emotional state may not be good at home it could be worse if you move out and have no means to support yourself.
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Anonymous on Dec 20, 2015
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Its okay to want to move out but many times its only when you leave home that you realize how privileged you were to live there. I don't know why you hate your family but moving out means your own set of responsibilities - you will have to find a job and pay your own bills, cook and clean and basically take care of yourself. Are you ready for all of that?
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Anonymous on Dec 23, 2015
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Sure, it's fine to make your own decisions when you grow old. But NEVER neglect your family. They are after all, your pillar of support no matter what happens.
Profile: enchantingBeauty26
enchantingBeauty26 on Dec 23, 2015
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Im sorry I cant tell you what to do directly. but I am here to listen on why you believe you want to do this.
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