[Diaperyosh]

my parents have no respect for my privacy and go through my phone without warning whenever they please. they don't understand it and they are punishing me for it. theyve taken away almost all of my electronics except for this ds that they forgot about, including an art tablet that i need for school and to make money and go to art college eventually. they also took away any financial support for said college. im scared and do not kmow what to do.

[annalyon97]

That's really hard sweetie. I don't know what to say to make it right but know that you have support.


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[MommaWren]

I'm really sorry to hear this reaction from any adult but especially from your parents. To your parents, you'll always be their child and so they do things a lot of time out of concern and (I think you nailed it on the head) misunderstanding. Taking away your electronics seems a bit silly on their part, but it may be time to have a sit down talk with them about this subject even though it's rather uncomfortable, making sure to emphasize that you're an adult and capable of making choices that are best for yourself as well as letting them know that you are very thankful to have parents that care so much and do so much for you (supporting you through college and such). They may be under the impression that while you're living with them, you'll do as they want. Being able to express that you're not hurting anyone (including yourself) and that you DO have respect for their home and rules is important as well. It's ok to let them know you feel awkward about this and that you're not trying to put them on the spot or make any kind of situation. Using logic and reason and remembering to take a breath and keep a level head will help you. I find that when having to discuss awkward topics with people, having a drink handy is nice because it'll remind you to pause and calm down as well as help with any dry mouth.

I'm really sorry you have this stress and remember that your parents are people (and adults) too and may have overreacted to something they don't understand.

[kawaii_mommy]

I would see if you can live with grandparents or something instead. That's very controlling and not right.