Do you know how to persuade your parents to travel alone?

9 tips to persuade your parents to let you travel alone 1. Tell them-don't lie!

So, the first skill to persuade your parents to let you travel is to … tell them. Although your reaction to this may be a resounding "Duh!" But for anyone considering stuffing pillows on your sheets and climbing out of your window in the dead of night, this is a signal that you won't do it.

This is important for your safety and your parents' sanity. Honesty is always the best strategy, especially when dealing with serious things like international travel. If you can, please tell them in advance and give them time to adjust and accept the idea.

Let them know that you are responsible

Depending on your relationship with your parents, it may take considerable effort and time to build trust. If you live at home, please provide more help at home. If you live alone, please keep a consistent telephone/zoom schedule. Trust and communication are crucial to every relationship, especially in this case.

Another idea is to plan a short trip. This may be good for you and your parents. You can gain some practical experience, and your parents can see that you are fully capable of traveling independently.

3. find out your financial situation

"How are you going to pay?" This is a completely established question, your parents will definitely ask it, and you definitely need to answer it. It's not just a general statement like "I will apply for some scholarships" or "I will use my savings". No, we need to look at some receipts. We can also look at spreadsheets if you like.

If you plan to stay overseas for a long time, your parents may want to see you have some kind of income. There are many ways to make money by traveling. Depending on the destination, you can even live a fairly comfortable life at a fraction of the cost of daily living in the United States.

Knowing your financial situation and making a clear financial plan will help reassure your parents that you are serious about this trip.

4. Prepare and conduct research.

Where are you going? Is it safe? What program is this? When will you go and come back? You should have answers to all these questions. Tripping and talking without proper preparation will not only make your case more difficult to argue, but also give your parents the impression that you are not so serious about traveling abroad.

Traveling alone is no joke. You have no one to rely on, but both you and your parents know this. Let them know that you know this. Try to predict any questions or objections they may raise and give a thoughtful and detailed answer. This is a good opportunity to really show your commitment to travel.

Find the right time to defend your case.

If you really sit down and think about it, you may think of a few hours in a day, or a few days in a week, which makes your parents more likely to be happy. Maybe Friday after dinner? Everyone likes Friday, right?

Also make sure to let them know that you intend to talk to them. Walking into the living room to get their attention may not be the best way to persuade. You want them to keep calm, and don't think they have been ambushed.

6. there is a good reason "why"

There are many reasons why traveling alone is beneficial, but you need to specify what is beneficial to you. Do you want to learn or improve your language skills? Did you gain some practical experience through your internship? Does the gap year abroad help you reposition yourself and your future? Clearly emphasizing why travel is important to you will help your parents better understand where you come from.

7. Involve them in the planning process

Cooperation! Clearly find opportunities for your parents to participate in the plan. It is important to let your parents know that you value their opinions, not only because these suggestions may be very valuable in themselves (especially if your parents have experience in traveling abroad), but also promoting open communication channels from the beginning will show that you are willing to listen and learn.

Besides, involving them in this process can awaken some of their excitement and help them understand why this trip is so important to you.

8. Keep your parents in touch with you in some way.

We have emphasized the importance of communication many times, so we don't explain it and get advice directly. Traveling abroad means that your normal communication mode will have to change-unless you want expensive phone bills or a reasonable wireless service provider.

9. Stay calm and continue.

A key but difficult part of growing up is to redefine your relationship with your parents. Just because they treat you like a child doesn't mean you have to act like one.

There may be some tense moments in the process of trying to persuade your parents to let you travel alone. If you think your parents refuse to listen to you, don't complain! Don't let your stubborn teenager control you.

Remember, you want your parents to see that you are a mature, responsible and capable adult.

Be confident and act like an adult-your parents may let you travel alone.

Getting parents' consent is one thing, getting their approval is another. If your parents reluctantly allow you to travel alone, consider it a victory! Be sure to keep your promise, stick to your plan and keep open and frank communication with them abroad.

Responsible behavior will make your parents more confident that you can handle everything the world throws at you ... maybe they won't need so much persuasion next time!