How can I be more honest to my family about the stresses and pressures I'm dealing with?

I think it's important to be clear about the fact that you want to initiate an open line of communication, it may be hard for them to hear all of your problems at first especially if they are a part of them but it's good to step up and instigate conversations, it's easy to get frustrated when you feel like they don't understand you but try to keep calm and although not everything will be solved in a day, small steps lead to much bigger things as I'm sure they want to do all they can to help you.

The important thing is to say it in a calm and non-judging tone. Say something along the lines of "Hey mum, I really appreciate how you care about my exam results and ask me about my schedule so often, but it's making me feel stressed and I would like you to ask me only once a day instead of thrice." If they are external stresses, just be open, but don't raise your voice and open a channel for communication.

Ask them a time when they would be available to talk about some things that has been on your mind lately. If you start talking to them when they are busy, they won't be able to give you their full attention, and you will feel like they don't care about you. They do, your family loves you. If you need to talk about something serious, just let them now, and schedule a time dedicated for that. When that's done,you will be able to talk to them and be sure that they'll hear you out, and help you. Take care xo

You can be more honest by taking the time to figure out what the problem is and see if you cnt feel confortable enough to discuss it

I find it is easier in the long run to just say what is on your mind. If you are stressed, instead of letting it eat you up inside, just talk to them. You might be surprised how much they understand.

You can be more honest to your family about the stresses and pressures you're dealing with by becoming more closer to them. After that, it should be fairly easy.

tell them how you really feel tell them to give you time and honest feedback about your feelings. ask them to first listen and them give their opinion and time to ask questions use i feel statements and try not to blame anyone or raise your voice talk calmly

I would have to say, tell them how you are feeling about the pressure they are putting on you, saying that you're trying your best, but it's getting out of hand.

Hello! It can be hard to open up to other people about how you are feeling, particularly those closest to you. The best way to do so is to have a conversation with them and try to explain how you are feeling. If this is too difficult or you feel like you miss bits out it might be helpful to write it down or even have it as a letter to give to a family member. Maybe face to face it is to hard to say, a conversation over the phone could be a possibility if it initially is too hard to start the dialogue? Having the conversation is the important bit, and being able to express how you feel- even if it doesn't go according to plan the first time, don't worry! Opening up the dialogue with your family will mean they will be aware of how you feel, so bringing it up again should be easier (who knows, they might even check in with you from time to time!) I think that it's really positive that you want to share this with your family, they can act as a support network for you and hopefully this will help to relieve some of the stresses you are feeling. Good Luck, Laura :)

There is nothing that you can't solve without a good, calm and sincere discussion. You just need to make them understand your point of view and explain that you find it hard to deal with this pressure you are under. It is also very helpful if you develop an honest relationship with them by communicating every day how you feel or your thoughts on certain topics that cause you stress or pain. It will improve your relationship and it will make it easier by day to share how you feel or what you are thinking with them. Remember, sharing can be very helpful, even curing at times.