Hello, I empathize with the OP. I can tell he's upset. It's natural to feel uneasy when you have a strained relationship with your parents.
From my perspective, I can see the strength in the question.
The questioner wants to see mom and dad be kinder to themselves, just like you see your classmates' relationships with their parents. I think the questioner also wants to be accepted by his parents right now, especially by his dad. If mom and dad let you "feel" loved, you'll be happier, right?
1. When my father got home, I asked him a question, and he was pretty impatient. I had been taking online classes for most of the day, and when I asked him a question, he was still unhappy, so I argued with him a little. He got angry. What's the point of you studying at home all day if you can't figure things out on your own? I thought about what I had done and thought to myself, "Is it really my fault?" At that moment, my father came over to see me spacing out and started arguing with me again. Is it easy for me to pay for you to go to school? (My parents' relationship was originally not good. My father graduated from university and started his own small factory, but business has been slow. My mother also worked overtime all night, and she hardly ever took care of me in junior high school. In elementary school, I was also beaten and scolded if I didn't do well in school, which resulted in me attending a poor high school. At that time, my father didn't agree with me going to high school, saying that it was better to go to a technical secondary school than to go to high school. He was actually worried about the money."
(1) The questioner has been taking online classes for half a day and should be pretty tired! Do you feel the same way when you take online classes and face your mobile phone or computer?
It's great that you asked your father questions when he got home. It shows you value his knowledge.
(2) Did dad have any problems or stressful moments at work? We don't know, but I can see that your dad is not in a good mood. This is something we need to pay attention to and understand. Perhaps if you can pay attention to this part, your relationship will change. It is also possible, because the questioner also said that dad's business is not doing well, and it is also possible that dad is under some financial pressure. The questioner can talk to dad about this part when dad is in a good mood, so that he feels understood. You can also tell dad, "Dad, thank you. Although the family is having some financial difficulties, mom and dad can still send me to high school. I'm very happy.
Then Dad will see that all his hard work has paid off, and your relationship will gradually improve.
(3) I think you have some minor misunderstandings. When Dad came back, he faced and answered your questions. What was the reason for this "unhappiness"? Is it because work is not going well? Or do you feel that you are not thinking seriously?
The questioner needs to think it through. It's understandable that the questioner has difficulty controlling his emotions and scolding in the face of his father, because you've also studied for a long time. Later, the questioner thought about the problem, but his father thought you were daydreaming, and the misunderstanding and conflict escalated again. This is something you can communicate with your father about. There's no rush, so take your time and just think of it as learning about communication!
And both dad and the questioner have lessons to learn. I think the questioner can just be himself.
(4) It seems like you're not happy with the way your family has raised you. But now that you're in high school, it's time to move on from your past academic performance. What you need to do now is study hard and achieve your goals. I can see that you really want to do well in school. You listen carefully to online classes and ask questions when you don't understand. You have a great learning attitude.
2. "At that time, we argued a lot. My mother was really supportive of me going to school. I was quite harsh with both of them. When I was young, we argued all the time. Now that I'm older, we don't argue much because we don't see each other that often. We argued again because of something that happened in high school. I sometimes envy the parents of other students. I was reflecting on it, but he said I was daydreaming. I mentioned the incident in high school again, saying that he was worried about money and that he was not as good as other people's fathers. My father then said, 'Go to hell if you love it so much.' I was so helpless. Do I have such a father? I don't think my parents are as good as other parents. I don't want to live anymore."
(1) It seems like the questioner is really grateful to her mother for being there for her. It's great to have someone in the family who makes you feel understood and supported. You'll also have more strength. Best of luck.
(2) The questioner said that they argued even more at that time. Did you mean that you were arguing with your father? Or something else?
How did the questioner feel when they were arguing with their father? Angry, sad, and misunderstood?
Did he? The questioner can write out all their feelings and what they want to say to their father, and write it out several times, including when they were little. It will be much more comfortable when their emotions flow. The questioner can also run for half an hour every day or listen to meditation audios~self-acceptance (there is one on the platform).
(3) Think about it. What did your father feel when he heard you say that he was so worried about money that he wouldn't let you go to high school? Did your father finally pay for your high school education?
Mom works overtime at night, and dad works hard during the day. I think when dad heard those words, he felt rejected. He worked so hard and made so many sacrifices for the family and to pay for your schooling, but you didn't see it. He was angry, and he lost control. He said those words: "Go to hell!"
(4) Dad needs to learn to regulate his emotions. The questioner should just be themselves, but I can still see that there is love in your family. It's just that the way it's expressed is inappropriate. If you find a different way to express your love, it might be a lot better.
The questioner can start by learning to communicate better.
I wish you the best of luck!
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I understand where you're coming from, it's tough when parents don't seem to appreciate your efforts. It feels like no matter what you do, it's never enough for them.
It sounds really hard, dealing with parents who are stressed and taking it out on you. Maybe talking to someone else, like a teacher or counselor, could help you find a way through this.
The pressure from family can be overwhelming, especially when they have high expectations. It's important to take care of yourself and remember that your value doesn't depend on their approval.
Your feelings are valid; it's not easy growing up in a tense household. Finding a support system outside the family might provide some relief and guidance during these tough times.
Sometimes parents forget how to communicate properly when they're under stress. It might be worth trying to have a calm conversation with your dad about how his words affect you.