It's worth bearing in mind that pretty much EVERYONE has problems with their parents, you are definitely not alone in this. It is very normal not to get along with your parents - it's part of growing up. Try to keep calm and remember that one day you will be able to move out and be your own person. Try to keep a relatively cordial relationship with them until then - if you do some of what they tell you to do you may find it makes it easier for you to do some of what you want to do.

Parents can be a real struggle, but try to stay calm and hopefully you can deal with it for a few more years.

All the best =)
~Arguia

Posted at 10:08 am on May 8, 2008

This is absolutley no reason to hate your parents. Not truly, truly hate them. You're probably going to be peeved with me by saying this, but this could be your fault. Maybe you have bad friends. Maybe you've been irresponsible in the past. If your parents are too unprotective, their still just looking out for you. Tell them what you think and maybe they'll understand.

But you could be off so much year. Example: my mom has abused me for four years. Imagine that. You could have your overprotective parent, or my overprotective parent who also abuses me. Yeah, well, um, I'd personally go with your choice.

Just talk to them if you fell its really unfair.

-Chelsea

Posted at 5:09 pm on May 7, 2008

With that said if you choose to discuss the issue, make sure you are devoted enough to keep your promise. Maybe suggest them seeing one of your friends. Perhaps suggest getting a friend you know that is a good role model type person to be the one to meet. If they shut down the offer then just simply say " I acknowledge your understanding." Or some other calm stated you prefer to say.

Is there a reason your parents don't trust you with your friends? If you don't know why, I'd suggest sitting down and thinking about what your parents might have asked you to do, that of course you never done. With that you can figure out what you've done to deserve the lack of trust. From there you can go to them and look them in the eyes and say "I'm ready to be mature." If they ask what you mean, you can always simply imply that your ready for new rules to show you are capable of accepting what your parents would like.

Remember remain calm,
Good Luck.

Posted at 4:17 pm on May 7, 2008