Have College Freshmen Changed?

anon94785555
Wed, 13 Oct 2010 01:41:01 +0000

Thought must be given to the parenting. Neither H nor I had money growing up, we both translated our intelligence and hard work into high paying jobs and financial security. Son has had a much nicer lifestyle growing up, but we are not big spenders in general, always considering what something is worth, not if we can afford it before deciding to make a purchase (I don’t think he has really understood how well off we are). Son has picked up on this attitude (costing us far less in amenities than he could- living below his/our means). It is easier for students with parents able to pick up the tab to postpone independence unless the parents are willing to give some tough love. How many young adults expect to have the same lifestyle as their rich parents without doing any of the work?