Would it be weird if I moved back home at 21?

Question

Well I'm actually 20, but I will be 21 next month. Anyway, I graduated from high school two years ago and I stayed at home for the last two years to complete my generals for college at the local community college. I just transfered to a university and moved out, but I just discovered that I have no idea what I really want to do in college anymore, and I feel like I shouldn't be here cuz it's a huge waste of money. I kind of want to go back home and work for a year, so I can save up some money and decide what I want to do in college. Would this be a weird thing to do? I know my parents would be happy to have me back. They really miss me...and I miss them too (but that isn't the reason I want to go home)

Answer 1

no its not weird at all.

people have different reasons for their actions

and if thats what you want, then go for it!

Answer 2

go for it.

Answer 3

Noooo, Welcome back home!!! , that's what parents are for, to help their kids whenever they need. Just help around the house and help financially so you don't become a burden.

Answer 4

Nah, in these hard financial times a lot of folk are moving back in with their parents.  Just tell them the same thing you told us here.

Answer 5

No, it would not be weird at all. And you are very lucky that your parents would love to have you back. It says a lot about you and your parents, a lot of good things. Your plan sounds solid, so go ahead and move back home. And ignore anyone who has anything negative to say about it.  

Answer 6

im mid 20's and i just did it, to save money which is working really well. NO rent, utilities, and i dont even pay for groceries. It can be annoying sometimes, ive been out of the house for a few years now, and im used to my own space. I freaked out when i first moved back, i panicked. but its not as bad as i thought, its pretty nice, its just the change thats hard. I recommend it.  

Answer 7

No, if you're a guy - you're still quite young and as long as you don't have a serious relationship going it's not a big deal. Now if you're 37 and doing this and trying to develop a long term relationship with a girl - then you're making a big mistake. But, at this point it sounds like you're young enough - just be careful because you can get so comfortable with your family that you miss out on the rest of life and what your independence has to offer - because most women don't want to get serious with a guy who is still at home. You can get stuck in a rut as it were and you will not personally grow in that case. You need to set firm boundaries for yourself such as - I will do this for one year and then make a decision on my next course of action and then follow through. Most people these days require a professional level vocation with a masters degree in order to afford a family and do well. Right now that may not matter to you but if you end up 40 years old without a strong full-time career vocation life is going to be rough for you if  you then meet someone to marry or want more financial and personal freedom. If you're a girl - this is even more appropriate for you and not at all an issue that I can think of.

Answer 8

Weird? No. As a matter of fact these days it would make you rather normal.

When I was your age instead of moving back home, what most guys would do is tour Europe or Asia for a year, stay in hostels, and work at some odd jobs to help sustain them. Or you could join a volunteer organization that does work in underdeveloped countries for a period. That kind of stuff really looks good on a resume as well, & it might also help you set your mind on a goal at university for when you return.

Answer 9

No it wouldn't be weird.Also talk to your counselor and see if he/she has any ideas that may interest you as far as a career.

Answer 10

go ahead and move back home! i just turned 21 too and i just moved home i lived in dorms for 3 years and didn't have enough money to live there this year so im living at home. its totally cool dont let it get ya down just because ur 21 its not a big deal it might stink cuz ur 21 but yea know what if your family likes you being there then go ahead and take advantage of it. I spent the first year of college un declared too so dont worry about not knowing what to do I am a senior and i still dont know what to do. good luck though it will come to you!

Answer 11

I think that would be great if you moved back, especially since you are uncertain what you want to do in college.  You are definetely not too old and you plan on working, so I don't think it is any big deal.

Answer 12

I have seen weirder things. You are making a pretty good choice in my oppinion.