Aubrianna Snow, a 26-year-old, shares her experience of moving back in with her parents in Sherwood Park, Alberta, after her landlord raised rent by 20% and she struggled to find permanent work. Initially feeling shame and a sense of regression, she found the move improved her mental health, provided a sense of purpose by helping her family, and highlighted societal pressures on young adults to be financially and emotionally independent, contrasting it with historical community living. She has since moved out, but values the experience.
Moving back with my parents made me realize how society makes young people struggle
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Aubrianna Snow, a 26-year-old, shares her experience of moving back in with her parents in Sherwood Park, Alberta, after her landlord raised rent by 20% and she struggled to find permanent work. Initially feeling shame and a sense of regression, she found the move improved her mental health, provided a sense of purpose by helping her family, and highlighted societal pressures on young adults to be financially and emotionally independent, contrasting it with historical community living. She has since moved out, but values the experience.
Trending- 1 Over five years: Aubrianna Snow lived on her own
- 2 Past year: Challenging year, mom's health issues
- 3 July (relative to article): Packed belongings, lease up in a month
- 4 After turning 18: Tried to do everything right
- 5 Present: Has since moved out of parents' house
- Improved mental health for Aubrianna Snow
- A new perspective on societal pressures
- A temporary period of living with family to save money and provide support
What: Aubrianna Snow moved back in with her parents due to financial struggles (rent increase, contract work) and reflects on societal expectations for young adults.
When: Over the past year (relative to article publish date); July (when she packed); after turning 18.
Where: Sherwood Park, Alberta; Edmonton.
Why: Landlord raised rent by 20%; difficulty finding permanent work; desire to save money and help parents with health issues and dog care.
How: Aubrianna Snow packed her belongings and moved into her parents' guest room, adapting to a new routine and finding improved mental health and a sense of purpose.