Feeling guilty over moving out of my parents house
I (17F) don’t know how to tell my parents I’m moving 8 hours away for college.
I got into my dream school with a full ride, and I already committed and paid the deposit. The problem is that my parents are very religious and strict, especially because I’m a girl. In my family, girls don’t move out unless they’re getting married. My two older siblings both stayed home during college, so me wanting to leave is a huge deal.
I’ve been procrastinating telling them because I’m honestly scared it’s going to turn into a massive fight. I’m worried they’ll refuse to support me or help me move my stuff, and I’ll end up having to figure everything out completely on my own. I’m also afraid they’ll forbid me from leaving as I don’t turn 18 until the very end of this year.
I know I’m incredibly lucky to have this opportunity, and I really do want to go, but the fear and guilt are eating at me.