 I was eighteen when I first departed from my parents’ roof to battle life the only way I know how, to survive. I was full of hope and belief that I will be able to conquer my dreams and get through life’s obstacles with no one but me. I have full trust in myself that I could do it! When we were younger, we have this very ideal concept of the world, when you become an adult that will be the time when you can go out and explore the world. Older people will keep hammering you with the notion that the world is a cruel and harsh jungle. I thought that maybe the only reason why they are saying such is to scare us from running away. Now that I have experienced it first hand, how life really is, that notion is a hard slap on the face. Life is like an obstacle course in a military training, there is never a free space to rest, the hurdles keep on coming and coming, there is no easy way out, the only time you stop is when you are already dead. Life’s lessons can’t be taught in a classroom, or may ever be written in a book. When you become independent, you should be ready to condition your mind with all things unexpected, just like a mobile phone with a protective case, it can safeguard your phone from certain dust and debris, but it still is not a guarantee that you phone will never be scathed. The same thing with life, no matter how much we believe that we are ready for whatever life has to throw in your way, you still can’t guarantee if you can get out in one piece. What I’ve learned from being independent is that no man is an island, yes you can be independent, void from your parents reach and care, but you need other people to survive. Make a lot of new friends, widen your social connections. However, there should also be some sort of a filtering method of choosing your companions, quality above quantity. Just like when you are shopping for a phone in an online mobile store, before confirming your purchase, first you view the technical specifications of the phone to ensure the compatibility of that phone in your current lifestyle. Another important lesson that I’ve learned the hard way is not to make decisions based on impulse. When you get to that age, mom and dad will not be there anymore to help you weigh your options or decide which one is the best for you. You will be the one to decide for yourself, so practice to use your critical sense, decisions are the most crucial part of life, they can make or break you in the process. Lastly, I would like to say that when you are out there experiencing the world itself, don’t lose grasp of who you really are. You will definitely be tested here and there, but don’t let these challenges change you as a person. Your parents did a good job in raising you, instilled good morals in you so you will be equipped the moment you spread your wings and fly. Being independent is not like a document in your computer that has an undo button for any mistakes you make. Our lives will leave imprints in the world long when we are gone, make the most out of the sacred life that God gave us.
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