I’m so pathetic.My parents still treat me like I’m 7. I can’t drive but always beg them to teach me but they don’t.
I don’t have a credit or debit card because they won’t let me have one. And make fun of me for simply asking, My bank account is at zero and I can’t even open it myself.
Im teaching myself to understand and talk in English ( not my first language so sorry if I’m not writing properly) my parents always tease the way I talked and made me so insecure about talking.
I barely know any life skills I taught myself right and wrong and I’m still stupid. I’m not a child anymore please let me grow up mom and dad.
I’ve been using heavy metal to cope with everything.
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Sounds awful and I’m sorry. Not sure what country you live in but I would just leave when you turn 18. Don’t tell them either. If you can get anyone to let you stay on a couch, do that. If you’re lucky they’ll realize that you need independence and will help you, and if not well you just move forward without them.
Honestly, it sounds like you’re incredibly strong. So let me tell you what I’m sure you already know: It’s not stupid to want independence. It’s not childish to ask for a debit card, to want to learn how to drive, or to express your feelings. You’re not wrong for wanting more than what you’re being given. The way your parents treat you doesn’t define your worth. You’re not broken. You’re just growing in a tough environment.
Take responsibility for some of the house chores or a job or a task in your town. The best way to learn and earn respect when you’re young is having a “trade”. look for something that needs improving and start on it. even if you earn little or no money from it.