I let my 15-year-old fly home alone from Europe. It didn't go smoothly, but I'm still glad she earned the independence.

Source: Business Insider

The author (right) allowed her teenage daughter to fly home from Spain by herself. Courtesy of Jamie Davis SmithWhen I booked an extended-family trip to Europe, my teenage daughter complained it was too long. I agreed to let her fly home early by herself, even though I was nervous and reluctant.