Growing Up and Moving Out - The Struggles of Becoming an Adult

What's it like to leave the comforts of home and be thrust into the real world? In this candid episode, South Africans share their experiences with moving out, paying rent to their parents, and the emotional toll of gaining "independence." From outrage at being charged rent to willingly helping with household expenses, no two stories are the same. Discover the cultural differences, family dynamics, and financial constraints that make this rite of passage uniquely challenging for young adults today. You'll laugh, cringe, and nod along as their anecdotes resonate with your own coming-of-age struggles.

[1:23] Charged £2,000 rent while living overseas - "That is extortion!"
[3:45] Friend paid rent for a makeshift apartment in parents' backyard
[5:12] Parents want rent money saved for future daughter-in-law's lobola
[6:34] Forced to pay weekly rent starting first job at 18
[8:45] Moved out at 18, but regretted independence and moved back
[10:23] Almost 30, still happily living at home to save money
[12:45] Rent required after finishing school to teach responsibility
[15:01] Staying with parents only if you pay expenses as an adult
[17:34] Still lives with parents and kids, but pays electricity and water
[19:56] Lived alone since 18, now fears adjusting to partner

The trials of moving out reveal how expectations and support vary widely among South African families. While gaining "adult" status is a milestone, it comes with tough financial lessons. What coming-of-age stories or words of wisdom do you have? Let us know in the comments!

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