Dear Thelma: I am 23 but my parents still want total control of my life


  • Living
  • Sunday, 28 May 2023

I’ve been going through a lot lately. I’m 23 years old. I feel like I have been denied some of the best experiences at certain phases of my life. Some may say I’m still young and can pursue my passion. But I have very strict parents who constantly monitor my every move.

I want to be more independent and outgoing but my parents’ behaviour stops me from being so.

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