“The embarrassment that you weren't independent, your decisions not your own to make.”
“It affects your mind so that you cannot think clearly, or make rational decisions about your own well-being.”
“You aren't your name. Your decisions are your own.”
“The decision to move to the second post-college city (or suburb, or town), however, is usually made independent of friends. No matter if you do it for love, career, family, or school, the second move is on your own terms.”
“Maturity is largely about acquiring the confidence and the competence to make your own decisions.”
“Be your own independent film channel.”