the relationship between my mum and i is getting further and
Question Posted Monday September 25 2006, 8:45 am
I am female and 15 years of age...The relationship i have with my mum is becoming strained and we are becoming further apart and arguing more. Things are getting really difficult as she is too over-protective and i am starting to want to move out and get my independance. We argue too much and i'm worried i'll stop being able to talk to her. What can i do to get my independance and keep a strong relationship with my mum?
[ Answer this question ] Want to answer more questions in the Relationships category? Maybe give some free advice about: Families? americangirl101 answered Monday September 25 2006, 3:39 pm: Ok first things first find something that you both like I know its hard me and my mom are total oppisites but we found something that we both like and we do it together. So figure that out and spend some time with her. Shes freaking out her daughter is become a teenager and growing up parents hate that they want there child to always be in there control and never leave them its hard for them. Prove to her that your responsible and independently trust worthy. Join something and stick to it she will relize that your very loyal and trustworthy to that club or team or whatever. Talk to her and say mom this is my time to talk and i want to tell you that I feel that your not letting me be independent but just be calm about it dont be harsh or yell. Parents always think that they are right no matter what so you have to really let her know. Try your best and I hope I helped!! *Folow your heart* Americangirl <3 [ americangirl101's advice column | Ask americangirl101 A Question ]
sloubidoo answered Monday September 25 2006, 2:00 pm: Talk to her. Try and build up the friendship with her for a while and try to ignore the lack of independence. Give it a few weeks and once you feel you're getting closer, then ask her to give you more freedom. It takes time. If you think she'll react badly, put up with her being too protective, it's better than losing the relationship completely. xx [ sloubidoo's advice column | Ask sloubidoo A Question ]
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