Do you think my Mom should make me wear shorts?

Question

I'm 14 years old and I never wear shorts in the
hot weather because I Don't like people to stare a
my legs and I will feel kinda of naked wearing them. Well, We just moved to Phoenix, AZ and it's very hot almost all the time. My Mom is really pushing me hard to start wearing shorts, She says It's ridulous to being wearing pants and jeans in the heat. Today, after school , My Mom came in my room and she asked me why I don't want to wear shorts ? For crying out sakes, what's so wrong with your legs! She said,show her my legs and called me over to my mirror and said now pull down your jeans and show me what's so wrong with your legs, I said Nothing, but I'll feel kinda of naked it wearing them. and she said hogwash ! look at all that sweat and heat rashs on your legs, and she then pointed to her bare legs and said you won't have that problem if you wear shorts too, besides everyone wears shorts when it's hot. and your going to start wearing shorts too. enough of this non sense

Answer 1

i think you should definitely wear shorts!! i mean you shouldnt care that much what people think of you...its bad to think that way...trust me...also i mean if you hot and like about to pass out because you like wearing pants and over heating, your like risking your health...but i dont think you mom should MAKE you wear shorts...YOU should want to wear them...and if you really feel all that naked...wear longer shorts or burmuda shorts or something like that!

Answer 2

Well, first of all, you have a problem with the way you see your body. I don't know what your legs look like, but honestly, you shouldn't bothr too much about them.

If you really feel that uncomfrotable, how about wearing pants which are very light? You know, find a different fabric? I've got a couple of pants made out of polyamid which are great in the summer.

Also, try long skirts made out of a light fabirc. With all the different type of "cuts" they now make, I'm sure you'll find something you like.

And you can try long shorts (you know, under the knee).

Think about a change in the material! You don't have to wear very short shorts, anyway.

But really, don't have complex about your legs!

Answer 3

Your mom doesn't need to be too pushy...but I think she's just trying to help. It sounds as though it's insecurity that is keeping you from wearing shorts, and you should really try to get over that. I lived in Phoenix for a summer-- WOW! Sooo hot. Try and figure out why you dont like your legs. If you think they are too white- lay out in your backyard and get a tanI If you think they are too fat or ugly...maybe start out with long skirts so at least they'll be able to breathe a little bit. Then you could lift it up when nobody is around!!! I dont wear shorts at all because I hate when then ride up between my thighs-- but i wear skirts constantly (I'm in miami) If you start out with a long skirt, maybe get a little bit shorter as you get comfortable with it :) They come in all lengths :)

Answer 4

I hate wearing shorts too. For the longest time I would not wear them I thinks its because I didn't like people starring at my legs either. I like to be covered up and the only time I do wear shorts now is because I want to wear them not because someone is telling me too. When your ready you will.

Answer 5

you could wear Capris, longer skirts, and Bermuda shorts. I think your mom is right. If it is really hot, try wearing shorts or a skirt. You will feel a lot more comfortable than wearing jeans or long pants.

Answer 6

if your not comfortable in wearing shorts you shouldnt have to if u dont want to. But if your living in a place with VERY high temperatures, you should at least try something to cool you off a bit.. instead of shorty shorts, try a long breezy dress, that covers your legs, and still gives your legs some air... or capris! they are not shorts, and they are not jeans~ if u are not comfortable with shorts, by no means, do u have to wear them... but instead of jeans, at least improvise~ good luck

Answer 7

Well, in Arizona, you probably should wear shorts. I only wear them in the summer (I'm in California) and that's because I don't like wearing them to school. I say, if it's over 80 degrees out, you shouldn't be wearing long pants or a sweatshirt. (People will also probably think you're a bit weird if you only wear long pants)

Answer 8

You sound EXACTLY like my best friend and her mom!!! Weird. Listen to your mama, girl, she's right. You'll never get over your self-conscientious-ness if you don't ever start wearing shorts. Besides, the guys think it's hot!! Just kidding....(wink wink). Try to have a little more confidence in yourself though and don't dwell on the body parts you DON'T like, try to feel good about the parts you DO like.

Answer 9

I hate to wear shorts too. Finally got into Capri's. Much better.. They keep the legs covered , but still keep cool.

Answer 10

maybe you should try wearing capris for a change. ya know, right past the knee. maybe you will ease into shorts. im not really comfortable wearing shorts either. it seems like girls shorts now days are made to show off your butt cheeks. so do whats comfortable to you.