I need expert advice on a troubling topic.
As a student I don't have a lot of time on my hands. I've important exams that I need to ace so that I can acquire a scholarship to further pursue my studies.
On Monday evening my mother and stepfather wasted a few hours of my life. When I got upset about this my mother retaliated. She has always been on to 'correct' me about my attitude claiming that it is very distasteful.
We don't get along anymore and I am at a crossroad where I don't see a happy ending for me unless I'm dead or I leave home. However as a minor I cannot leave.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
(Note: if more detail is needed it will be provided to the best of my ability)
Exhausted!
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by Richard@DecisionSkills » Wed Sep 23, 2015 11:39 pm
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by Elyse » Sat Dec 26, 2015 2:59 am
Hello BS165,
Thanks for sharing your concern
It is really great to read that you are so determined to spend your time wisely, this is a trait that very few people learn.
The best way to do this is to understand that no one can tell you how to spend your time (excluding household duties, to maintain balance and fairness) but other than that only you can decide what you would like to do with your time.
The best way to communicate to anyone (if you would like a positive response) is to say it in a positive way. We always get whatever we give, if you communicate in a negative state of mind, it will be received negatively no matter what you say.
My advise, is to communicate to your parents in a positive way, that you would rather be doing something else with your time. There is no way they can react negatively if you put across is a respectful and friendly manner
Hope this helps, good luck with your scholarship!
Thanks for sharing your concern
It is really great to read that you are so determined to spend your time wisely, this is a trait that very few people learn.
The best way to do this is to understand that no one can tell you how to spend your time (excluding household duties, to maintain balance and fairness) but other than that only you can decide what you would like to do with your time.
The best way to communicate to anyone (if you would like a positive response) is to say it in a positive way. We always get whatever we give, if you communicate in a negative state of mind, it will be received negatively no matter what you say.
My advise, is to communicate to your parents in a positive way, that you would rather be doing something else with your time. There is no way they can react negatively if you put across is a respectful and friendly manner
Hope this helps, good luck with your scholarship!
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