Staying away from home may sound exciting, and fun. You can enjoy all the freedom that you have been struggling to get, do things in whichever the way you want to, and try new things you have been wanting to try. However, as you grow up, life will not get any easier. Here, I am sharing my personal experience about few things I learned while I am away from home. 1. The only person you can rely on is yourself When staying away from home, being extremely independent is crucial. You wont expect anyone to take care of you when you are sick, or helping you to buy and carry all those heavy groceries. 2. Making friend is not that difficult I used to loathe socialising, making new friends, or the idea of engaging in a conversation. After going to a city where I know no one, I am forced to do all these things. If you are like me, it may sound scary at first, but believe me, it is not that difficult after all. Chin up, be confident, and just go with the flow. 3. Flexib