Advantages Of Being The Only Child

"How is it possible that you are the only child of your parents?" is one question which most single children find irritating. At every social gathering you become a sensation if people find out that you are the only child of your parents. Immediately, everyone in the gathering would start shooting questions as to why you do not have siblings and how does it feel to grow up alone? Sometimes these questions seem interesting and most of the time, irritating.

People believe that being the only child is no fun. You don't have a companion to play with you when you are young or a shoulder to support you as you grow up. But being the only child has its own set of advantages. Even if you are a single child of your parents, it is not necessary that you are lonely and you do not know how to have fun. In fact, single children are more pampered and enjoy a lot of perks from parents as well as relatives.

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So, what are the advantages of being the only child? Read on to find out. We are sure if you are the only child, you will definitely enjoy reading further.

You Enjoy All The Attention

You Enjoy All The Attention

This is pretty obvious. Since you are the only child, your parents would shower you with all they have. You get all the attention and never have to compete with anyone to get into your Mom's lap.

You Always Get The Bigger Share

You Always Get The Bigger Share

You get the biggest pizza piece, the biggest piece of cake and the bigger share of everything that is edible. It goes without mention that you don't have to share it with anyone.

Object To Boasting

Object To Boasting

There is hardly any social gathering where your parents don't boast about your achievements. Every little thing that you do becomes a great achievement for parents.

No Problem Being Alone

No Problem Being Alone

Since you are used to playing, studying and having fun on your own, so you don't really feel lonely. You can enjoy yourself even in the company of a cup of coffee and music.

Parents Seek Your Advice

Parents Seek Your Advice

When you are the only child, parents are more careful about taking decisions. They seek your advice before doing anything, be it the finances or your marriage.

You Always Get Your Way Through

You Always Get Your Way Through

No matter how much your parents differ with you, then come around in the end. So, right from your haircut to selecting your spouse, your pretty much get your way through with everything.

Story first published: Tuesday, April 15, 2014, 18:21 [IST]
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