Dad doesn’t approve of child’s job opportunity

DEAR HARRIETTE: I recently got into a heated argument with my dad, and it’s been bothering me ever since. The fight started when I told him I wanted to move to a different city for a job opportunity.

He criticized my decision, saying I was being reckless and that I should stay closer to home where things are “safe” and familiar. I tried to explain why this move was important for my career and indep…