I love everything about my life, but I hate my family
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Sorry in advance for my bad English
People often told me that they wished they had my parents because im allowed to do so much stuff but in reality, im not that happy with my family at all. If I were to make a top ten of things that make me happy, my family would be at the bottom.
Sure, they buy me stuff, are kind of supportive in my choices but I don’t feel safe or comfortable enough to be myself. I hide clothes I know they’ll judge me on, don’t show them the stuff I make or things I’m passionate about because i know they’ll laugh at me or judge me for it.
For example, I recently went to a concert and had a very beautiful outfit. I was too scared to show them so I didn’t until he got home from the concert and their reaction was just like expected. They told me it was lame, that I looked ridiculous while all I wore was a dress with some tights and a headband. I didn’t get it. I missed the fun I had at the concert and my friends and it instantly ruined my mood. I cried after that.
At school, I can be myself. I show my friends all I’m passionate about and I don’t feel pressured to hide things. My teachers are very nice, I tell them a lot too but when I get home, I want to go away again. I didn’t wish I lived another life, I just wished I had another family.
And please don’t tell me that they’re just trying.. that parents get tired too or get angry sometimes too because it’s not sometimes it’s everyday and it makes me tired and sad. I don’t remember a day where I felt genuinely happy to be home.
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Hey, I totally get where you're coming from, but part of me wonders if maybe you’re being a bit hard on your folks; I know it's tough not feeling understood by your family, but sometimes parents just don't get it, ya know? Like, my parents never got my style either, always made some snide comments about my ripped jeans and band tees. But I figured out that they just didn't understand my vibe. Over time, I found small ways to show them who I am without feeling too vulnerable. It’s annoying, but families can be that way. Maybe try finding a middle ground or maybe having a chat with them about how their words make you feel. It might not change overnight, but it could help ease some tension.
ugh, that sounds rough, I totally feel for you!! it's so frustrating when you can't be yourself at home and have to hide who you are. your family's reactions seem pretty harsh and it's no wonder you feel bummed out by it all 😞. i mean, shouldn't home be where you feel most safe and accepted; it's just not fair to have to deal with dismissive comments from your own family. sure, parents aren't perfect, but they should at least try to understand and support your passions and choices. why is it so hard for some families to get that??? hang in there, though; maybe things will get better with time, or maybe you can find ways to express yourself more freely without seeking their approval.
hey, i hear you, but i gotta be honest, maybe there's a bit of an overreaction here; sure, feeling misunderstood at home isn't a walk in the park, but proposing the idea that a different family would change everything might be a bit of a stretch. family dynamics inherently come with their fair share of challenges, and it's often a perpetual balancing act. i remember thinking my parents didn't get me at all when they'd critique my creative pursuits, but sometimes they just lacked the vocabulary to express support. consider the possibility that they may be dealing with their own communication deficits. not saying it's all sunshine and roses, but perhaps some introspection could reveal more than meets the eye. i know it sounds cliché, but understanding often requires a bit more digging than we initially realize 😅.