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- I’m 23 and getting my master’s degree. My parents can’t help me financially, so I moved in with them to save money. (newsbreak.com)
After completing her undergraduate degree, the author decided to pursue graduate study. To cut costs, she opted to live at home with her parents.
The author made a significant decision early in her senior year at Elon University to continue her education at New York University, where she aimed to earn a master’s degree in journalism with a focus on magazine and digital storytelling. Her ambition was clear, and she applied exclusively to this program at NYU.
Upon receiving her acceptance, emotions overwhelmed her. The achievement marked one of her proudest moments, fulfilling a deeply held aspiration.
The accompanying challenges of funding her education soon became apparent. Her parents, unable to contribute financially to her graduate degree, reminded her that she would need to cover the expenses.
They did, however, offer her the option to live at home, helping her save on substantial living costs.
Understanding the financial strain posed by rising housing costs in many cities, her parents were sympathetic to the challenges she and her twin brother, who is also pursuing postgraduate studies, might face. Their support was not just limited to allowing her to stay at home but also extended to moral and emotional encouragement.
Living at home has alleviated many financial burdens like rent and groceries, allowing her to focus more on her studies and less on financial survival. Meanwhile, her parents have always encouraged her and her brother to pursue their passions, a principle that has guided her toward a career in journalism despite its modest financial rewards.
Over the past year, she has engaged in writing and editing projects and even babysitting, to earn money and gain professional experience simultaneously. She is grateful for her parents’ unyielded support and sees her success and career advancement as the best way to honor their sacrifices.
Her story is a testament to the power of family support in achieving educational and professional goals, emphasizing gratitude and dedication in the pursuit of one’s dreams.