Moving back with the folks is hard decision. It feels like failing. But it’s not.

Some people don’t have parents. Or their parents can’t help them because the parents are in dire straits. Maybe they can’t retire due to bad financial decisions. It happens. And some people can’t recover. They are where they are.

Having stable parents (well off parents) that you have an honest flow of information with that have resources is a good thing. You have a stable home base to lean on if things go sideways. It’s a castle of stability. That’s fucking awesome.

Having that option should not be frowned upon. Parents love their kids.

If you have to move back in you need to help the, in any way you can. Take out the trash without prompting, clean the kitchen, mow the lawn, walk the dog, manage the kitty litter… help out. Don’t be a burden or a lump. Help them. They will help you. Get back on your feet: save money, pay down debts and move out.