The things in my house are so rough. My mother, brother and I fight constantly and the fights are always bad and things get broken. She is currently out of a job, so little by little all of our belongings are being taken away. We rarely have food money and never have any extra...But i am only 16. When do i leave because i dont think I can take it here anymore.
2007-01-26 06:18:57 · 12 answers · asked by Anonymous in Family & Relationships ➔ Family
When you graduate high school. In the meantime, get a part time job so you can be out of the house more, open a bank account, maybe save a little "secret money" for yourself, and learn some skills. If you work in a restaurant, they'll usually give you free or cheap food on your meal break. Maybe you have grandparents or aunts and uncles that can help you. I came from a very similar situation. Although I didn't move in with my grandparents, spending a lot of time with them was very helpful. I was lucky enough to have a great boyfriend that was also supportive and helpful.
Also, (I know it's dorky) you can go to your local library to do your homework to keep out of the house, and maybe pick up a few books so when things are rough at home you can go to your room and just kinda get lost in a story. I did this a lot, too. Being well read will help a lot when planning your future.
Unfortunately, I never got to college, so start doing every possible bit of advance planning to make sure you can, such as keeping grades high and learning about financial aid and grants.
Sorry for your problem. good luck!
2007-01-26 06:27:42 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
well its not a good idea to just leave. Like you said you are only 16 years old and I think you are not old enough to take care of yourself. It looks to me as if you are trying to run away from your problems. Its not a good idea to run from your proeblems. You should try to solve them. Try getting a job and try talking to your mom and brother. Things won't work out if you just fight and break things. Trust me. I have been through stuff like this myself and I know that leaving never helps.
2007-01-26 14:28:02 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well at least you still have your computer..
Do you have any other family you can turn to? How about your church? You are a little young to be out on your own.. There must be someone you can talk to, like maybe your guidance counselor at school..
If none of these ideas work, just keep talking to us, we'll listen.. that is until your Mom sells your computer.
2007-01-26 14:28:41 · answer #3 · answered by Aunt Henny Penny 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like your mom could really use your help right now. Have you thaought about getting a job to help her out? Contrary to popular beliefs, moms could use helping hands because they can't do it all. I'm sorry things aren't going well right now, but it seems like everybody is under alot of stress. I got my first job @ 13 to help my mom because she was pregnant with my brother & couldn't work. We didn't always get along, but she has always been there for me, so I did what I had to do, out of love for her. Don't turn your back on your family, you might live to regret it. I hope things work out for you all.
2007-01-26 14:35:52 · answer #4 · answered by chevy 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I have a VERY similiar problem.
My family/home life is very difficult and sometimes I just feel like packing and leaving.
You say you are 16, try and get a job to support your family (I know its unfair to you, but they're your FAMILY).
Just think, you can leave for college in two years, just remember to work hard in school, its very important.
I hope everything works out for you and if you do leave, good luck to you!
~flashylights*
2007-01-26 14:27:56 · answer #5 · answered by S. 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
you need to go and talk to a professional sweetheart.at school or call children and youth..there are services out there to help you without reporting your mom....i ran away when i was 16..i don't recommend it...maybe you have a friend with parents willing to take you in..that's what happened to me in the end.
2007-01-26 14:27:56 · answer #6 · answered by baby jo 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Sounds like mom has a lot of problems. Are there any relatives you can move in with? Any friends? If not, get in touch with a church to help you out.
2007-01-26 14:26:15 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Legally you can leave when you are eighteen. How old is your brother? Maybe the two of you could move out together.
2007-01-26 14:34:16 · answer #8 · answered by Je veux changer le monde 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
when are you turning 17? you could join the military. I did when I turn 17, the military is a good way to start out away from home.
2007-01-26 14:34:07 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
sounds to me like your more the adult then the MOTHER. but you and your brother (depending how old he is) need to go stay with someone else ,your still a child and you still havent even lived life like you should! you need to be strong for your brother.if hes old enough then you should just worry about yourself and go else were theres somewere were you could go (just you need to get out of this enviroment) till your mother gets herself together.
2007-01-26 14:31:28 · answer #10 · answered by rocs 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋