Overprotective parents use the excuse that kids don't have any experience...well, why do you think that is? It's because they've never been allowed to do anything!

My dad is overprotective, and employed similar rules, but I didn't care. I just snuck out and went out. Just make sure your kid has a good head on their shoulders and then trust their judgment. Overprotection is a soul-crushing cesspool that just breeds anger, resentment and rebellion.

Btw, the amount of stupid adults I know is staggering, so a situation doesn't automatically become better by their presence.