Why Are My Parents Afraid to Let Me Try New Challenges?

When I graduated from high school three years ago, my parents didn't really think that I was really ready to go to college away from home. I guess they just didn't think I "could handle it" with the challenges my unique disability already presents me with regularly. For about two years, I lived at home while attending Roosevelt University in Chicago. At this time, it seemed like I was the only person who realized that I absolutely needed to relocate somewhere else- where I could actually get the helpful services that would allow me to try to be as independent as possible.At the end of my 2nd year at Roosevelt University, my parents decided that I could try transferring to UIS. This happened after I came home from a disability leadership conference, raving about just how UIS compared to being at Roosevelt University. For just a little while, my mom wasn't actually ready for me to totally be out of her site; however, she knew that I wanted to find my destiny.Destiny is exactly what I have found here at UIS. Through trying new things, I am beginning to discover exactly what my purpose in life actually is. This new experience hasn't been a bit easy, that's for sure; however, I am not letting that stop me from enjoying this new found life I have decided to take on. Taking on college, no matter where I am is often quite enjoyable. I feel like I'm "wading" in a lake, and the water is nice and refreshing