Being an only child can be a blessing and a curse depending on who's talking. As an only child, I've definitely experienced the highs and lows, but overall my childhood was pretty great. So here's a list of some traits you need to know about some misunderstood folk.
1. We're not spoiled little brats
GiphyNot all only children are spoiled, to be honest, if we are spoiled then it's our parent's fault. You can be spoiled but not bratty, there's a difference.
3. We're not the center of attention
GiphyJust because we may be the apple of our parents' eye doesn't mean we believe the world is our oyster.
5. Our parents getting older is a concern
GiphyAs only children we bear the burden of having to deal with our parents' death alone. It's not fair, but it's life.
6. There's a lot of pressure
GiphyAs the only family rep, we put a lot of pressure on ourselves. SHINE!
7. We're the golden child and scapegoat
GiphyWhen it's good it's great, but when it's bad you're the only one to blame.
10. We can be shy
GiphyWe're given a lot of attention but that doesn't mean we particularly like it.
