Mother Is Overprotective?

Question

hi my mother is way overprotective, i am 18 years old and still have not been able to get my drivers license, also i'm barely able to leave the house, unless it's for school, she says she doesn't like my friends, i admit i have acted immature at time and this is really ruining our relationship, she doesn't even give me a chance to prove myself, i have to go against her will to do anything and she makes sure she makes me feel bad about it. if anyone can help i would appreciate it

Thanks

Answer 1

been there, it'll change in time, i promise. daughters commonly have problems with their moms on their teenage years but would be best of friends as the daughters get older.

in the meantime, do not let your mom stop you from doing what you have the right to do (getting drivers license, etc.) however, try to avoid any major decisions out of rebellion just to spite your parents. if you don't finish school, get pregnant or get married too early, it wouldn't be them that would be suffering for life, it would be you who'll live with regrets.

Answer 2

I was an overprotective mom, always worried that something would happen. But when I stepped back and let dad take over I worried less and my son grew up better. If your dad is in the picture you need to talk to him. You are 18 and that means you can do whatever you want, but you'll probably have to move out to have some independence. Good luck, but remember one thing she does it because she loves you so much.

Answer 3

move out. get a job. grow up. make your own decisions. But as long as you are under her roof you should abide by her rules and not try to defy her. Your rebelling is only making more distance. Talk to her about your feelings and let her know that you want to earn her trust and approval. But again until you get your own job and house and have your own kids, you really won't understand her need to be protective. She is only doing what she judges as best for you. Follow her and take your time to figure out what kind of career or life you want. Ask her advice regarding this. If you do good with your parents your future will be better.

Answer 4

Your 18 and DO NOT need your mother permission to get your drivers license.

Get your license, get a job, save your money, then maybe move out.

It will take you mother a moment to understand that you are trying to do what you need to do at 18, Either she will understand or you will move out.

Good Luck

Answer 5

take my advice and leave!!! do what you want and when you want. your mother has no say in what you want to do b/c your an adult now and there is nothing she can do to stop you from becoming one!!! if you do not want to do something that she wants you to do, just tell her that your old enough to make your own decisions and if you want to do them or not! i hope that i helped you out!