i am having such problems with my mom lately. we usually get along really well, but lately it feels like she doesn't listen to anything i say. i know this sounds really really cliche, but she doesn't understand me like she used to. i worry a lot, and i know she can't understand that feeling, but i wish she would try. instead she just talks to me like a 3 year old, which just gets me more worked up. she doesn't know how to make me feel better anymore- shes my mom, she knows everything about my personality- you'd think she know what gets me so upset. i really don't know what to do.
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Relationships category? Maybe give some free advice about: Families? DrAnqel answered Tuesday January 4 2005, 5:13 am: Well, let me just tell you one thing, a mother-daughter relationship is one of the most beautiful relationships in life, and you would never want to abuse that. So remember if you talk to her about it, be sensitive, don't yell or complain. Maybe find out in depth how her life is, how she's feeling. She may or may not realize that something is bothering you, but don't hold her to blame for that, maybe you haven't been opening up to her, and she just feels un-needed. Talk to her about how you feel and I'm sure she would understand. You're so lucky to have a mother that loves you. Good luck, hope I helped. -Angel [ DrAnqel's advice column | Ask DrAnqel A Question ]
kitty_kat123 answered Monday January 3 2005, 2:56 pm: My mom was the same way a long time ago. You know what? No matter how old you are, what you do, or what you say, you have to know that your mom will love you always. But you could try talking to her. Sit her down and explain to her how you feel about this situation. Tell her you feel ignored and see what she says. When I told my mom that, she was spending more and more time with me. Trust me. If your mom loves you, she'll listen but make sure you tell her how you feel and don't be scared, O.K?
Best of luck-
~~~Kayla~~~ [ kitty_kat123's advice column | Ask kitty_kat123 A Question ]
04PinkPanther40 answered Sunday January 2 2005, 10:12 pm: well you should try and tell her that you are growing up and she cant treat you like that anymore. she knows that you are growing up, and sometimes its hard to let go so you should try to talk to her and tell her how you feel.hope i helped [ 04PinkPanther40's advice column | Ask 04PinkPanther40 A Question ]
MCalways answered Sunday January 2 2005, 9:28 pm: AHHHHH I hate that! Ithink everyone our age is going through this! We're growing up and have our problesm..and they are adults..with their own set of problems. This is just life babe! I dont know what to tell you cuz im sure you tried talkin to her already. ALl I can say is when you see shes in a bad mood or somethin..steer clear..so she cant take it out of you! [ MCalways's advice column | Ask MCalways A Question ]
superGiRL21 answered Sunday January 2 2005, 9:26 pm: hey hun! i remember through out my early teens i wanna say 12-16 i got into intense fights with my mom. One day i woke up and nothing she said was right. She didn't understand me and nothing that came out of her mouth made sense to me. You are growing up and your mom isn't perfect. We are constantly changing and your mom probably isn't used to the "new" you. She is only human so you gotta give her time to adjust. What really worked for me is trying to prove to my mom that i was adult enough to have a meaningful conversation with her. Explain to her why you are feeling upset and ask her what her opinions are. She'll start to see that you are maturing and need to be treated like an adult. Honestly though she can't treat you like an adult unless you act like one. Good luck with your situation and just give it time. I swear it gets better. xoxoxoxo [ superGiRL21's advice column | Ask superGiRL21 A Question ]
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