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Every time I don't do well at something, my mom keeps nagging me, and I can only bear it in silence?

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Every time I don't do well at something, my mom keeps nagging me, and I can only bear it in silence? By Anonymous | Published on December 18, 2024

Every time I do something wrong, my mother nags me and then brings up all the family matters, especially things from the past. She never tells my father anything, and whenever she starts in, she takes it all out on me. I put up with it every time, but after a while I just snap back and it just gets worse. It's always the same old thing, and it's driving me crazy. I'm in high school and under a lot of pressure, and I don't have anyone to vent to. I have to take my mother's problems on top of my own, and she never supports my ideas or actions, but she's always criticizing me.

I want to live for myself, but I'm still too young to break away from my family. I even have school-refusal tendencies, but I can only hold it all in. I'm so annoyed.

Timothy Kennedy Timothy Kennedy A total of 8004 people have been helped

Dear Sir/Madam, I hope my response will be of some assistance to you.

I empathize with your situation and extend a supportive gesture in the form of a hug, with the hope of conveying warmth and assistance.

The following suggestions are offered for your consideration:

1. Accept that this is how your mother is, and that attempting to change other people is futile.

As the book "The Power of Now" states, there are only three categories of concern in the world: one's own affairs, the affairs of others, and the affairs of God. The source of our distress is that we do not control our own affairs, but instead expend our energy worrying about the affairs of others and the affairs of God.

It is important to remember that what other people think and do is their business and that we cannot control it. Our mother is an independent individual whose thoughts and feelings are influenced by a number of factors, including her genetic makeup, upbringing, education, and living environment. As a result, she is just the way she is, and if she does not want to change, there is nothing we can do to change her.

While we cannot alter her behaviour, we can modify our own. We should endeavour to accept her and communicate our needs and feelings to her.

When you accept her for who she is, you will be able to manage her behaviors without feeling disgusted. She is who she is, and while her actions may differ from your expectations, she still loves you.

2. Communicate your feelings and needs in a non-violent manner.

The steps of non-violent communication are as follows: 1. State the objective facts. 2. Express your feelings. 3. Express your needs. 4. Request the other person's actions.

You may wish to inform your mother that you feel aggrieved by her recent scolding. You may also wish to suggest that she respect your decisions and allow you to make decisions independently. You could also request that she communicate with you in a more constructive manner in the future.

Once mutual understanding of needs and feelings has been achieved, it will become evident that the emotional connection between the parties involved will deepen. This will facilitate a greater understanding and knowledge of each other.

3. Release emotions in an appropriate manner.

It is important to recognize that emotions should not be suppressed. Instead, they should be expressed in a constructive manner. There are several ways to release emotions in a timely manner.

1. Form connections with individuals who can provide support and encouragement, and with whom you feel comfortable. These are the individuals with whom you should socialize.

2. Engage in physical activity, such as sports, to promote relaxation and well-being.

3. Writing Therapy: Document all inner feelings and thoughts on paper, without concern for neatness or logic. Simply express your feelings.

4. A further option for releasing anger is to punch a pillow or sandbag, which provides a soft object with which to vent your frustration.

5. The empty chair technique can be used to release emotions. In a room, place an empty chair, assuming that the person you want to confide in is sitting in the chair. You can then express yourself to the chair (anger, abuse, etc. are acceptable).

I wish you the best of luck.

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Vitalianoa Vitalianoa A total of 7101 people have been helped

Hello, classmate. I can see you're feeling a bit confused right now, so I just wanted to give you a hug!

I can see that you are currently experiencing some family problems. Please accept my warmest regards.

I wonder if you might have heard the saying, "Home is a place where love is spoken, not reason."

It seems that you are currently living at home, but your mother is always criticizing you, and you are under a lot of pressure with your studies.

I can see that you would like to escape from home, but I know that's not possible right now. I completely understand how you feel, and please allow me to give you a big hug again through the screen.

Perhaps it would be helpful to talk to your teacher about the situation at home.

I'm sure you'll agree that your second year of high school is a critical period for learning, given that you'll be taking the college entrance exam next year.

If your current secondary school has a dormitory, your teacher may be able to arrange for you to stay at school for as long as possible during the week. You could then go home to live with your mother during the school holidays.

It might be helpful to consider that if you lived with your mother for a shorter period of time, it could potentially lead to a decrease in conflicts with her.

If you feel that staying at home is causing you distress, you may wish to consider speaking to a counsellor in the newly added room on the terrace.

As an alternative, you might consider chatting one-on-one with a paid chat room if you're not interested in chatting in a free multi-person chat room.

I truly hope that you will be able to find a solution to the problem you are facing soon.

I'm afraid I can only think of these things at the moment.

I hope my answers above are helpful and inspiring to you. I am the respondent, and I am studying hard every day.

At Yixinli, we extend our warmest regards to you and the entire world. Wishing you the best!

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Tate Jackson The beauty of learning is that it enriches not only the mind but also the soul.

I totally understand how frustrating that must be. It seems like your mom is using you as an outlet for her own frustrations, and it's not fair to you at all. Maybe finding a counselor or a trusted teacher to talk to could help both with school stress and family issues.

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Ashleigh Thomas Learning is a tool to build a better future.

It sounds incredibly tough dealing with your mom's constant nagging and criticism. Have you thought about expressing your feelings through writing or art? Sometimes creating something can be a powerful way to channel those emotions and feel less overwhelmed.

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Langston Anderson The importance of time is realized only when it's running out.

This situation sounds really hard, especially with the pressure from school. If you feel comfortable, maybe talking to your dad about how this affects you could open up a new line of communication. He might not be aware of what's going on.

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Astrid Cox Forgiveness is a way to break the cycle of pain and suffering.

Your feelings are completely valid. It's important to find a safe space where you can express yourself without judgment. Perhaps joining a club or a group that aligns with your interests could provide some relief and a sense of belonging.

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Melissa Morgan A person who forgives often finds more peace than they ever expected.

The frustration you're feeling is understandable. It might help to establish boundaries when she starts to bring up past issues. Calmly telling her that you need to focus on the present could give you both a chance to have healthier conversations.

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