My Meaning of Independence

Image Credit: Pinterest The other day I asked myself, what does 'be independent' mean to me? Is it the freedom to stay out late, partying till the sun comes up? Is it my ability to choose the clothes I wear and reveal a little skin? Or is it the freedom to be entirely consumed in a relationship, Disrespect the very person who b rought me into this world? Does it mean that when I turned major in age, I became my own boss, free to do as I pleased, while living under my mother's roof? Or does it simply mean that I can trample over the feelings of others as I carve a path for my future? For me, this kind of independence holds no value. I have always been encouraged to make my own decisions, Face the consequences of wrong ones with courage. From a young age, the responsibility of owning up to faults and learning to have a strong conscience, From a young age, special significance placed on having the strength to voice my thoughts and opinions. But wh...