After college, I moved in with my sister and niece to save money. It completely changed how I think about adulthood.

It wasn't easy moving in with my sister and niece right after college, but it was worth it.

Beatrice Hyppolite

A day in the life of a 20-something-year-old in New York City doesn't always look the way it does in the movies — living alone in a perfectly decorated apartment, meeting friends for dinner after a long day, and never stressing about money.For me, it looks like helping my 6-year-old niece with her science fair project or taking her to a dance recital. Because after I graduated from college in 2020 — while most of my friends were spreading their wings and embracing independence — I moved in with my older sister and her daughter.At the time, I was working on my master's degree and didn't have a steady job, so it seemed like a practical decision.Now, six years later, I'm still living with them, and it's completely changed my perception of growing up.The living situation has been financially beneficial, but I can't help but feel behind in life

Living with a 6-year-old is fun, but it means I don't have a lot of privacy.

Beatrice Hyppolite