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How can I live the way I want to without disappointing my parents?

Profile: xLostInTheEcho
xLostInTheEcho on Mar 4, 2015
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Honestly, sometimes you just can't. You are your number one priority, and if you live the way you want, they will respect you. If not, then they aren't fit to be parents. :)
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Profile: starbloood81
starbloood81 on Aug 24, 2015
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There's no way that parents will ever be satisfied with what their children do. I think you should live the way you want, be the best person you want to be and prove your parents that there's nothing to be disappointed in
Profile: FeatherIce25
FeatherIce25 on Apr 7, 2015
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Effective communication is the key of any smooth relationship. Talk to them , try to tell them about your interests..your reasons for your decision .They are your parents .They want the best for you.
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Anonymous on Apr 12, 2015
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It's not very often that parents will like or agree with your lifestyle decisions. Take into account their opinion, but ultimately, it comes down to you.
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Anonymous on Apr 12, 2015
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By being honest, if you are not honest to yourself you can never be honest to anyone else, stay true to yourself, and do what's right, it can be what you want in your life might won't be what your parents want but at the end once you 'll reach that point, where you are successful and happy you will make your parents proud too :) and won't disappoint :)
Profile: NiaMostMysterious
NiaMostMysterious on Aug 10, 2015
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All parents have dreams for their children. They see them as following a certain life path or choosing a particular profession. And it is okay for them to dream. But it for us to do what makes us happy. I believe that the best way to live a life that you want without being a disappointment is to make sure you are open and honest with your parents. let them know that you are truly happy with your decisions and once they know that you are happy, they will be happy as well.
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Anonymous on Sep 29, 2015
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Hey there! Perhaps you should have an honest talk with your parents about their expectations of you, and what you want to do with your life. Remember, this is your life, not your parents.
Profile: Leanyon777
Leanyon777 on Nov 10, 2015
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showing them from the begining that what i want is not what they wants, if they dont aceppt i will need to live like that...
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Anonymous on Mar 21, 2016
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I think the only way to do that would be for them to accept who you are and what you want to do. Get them to understand you and I'm sure you won't disappoint them
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Anonymous on May 23, 2016
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I understand you are trying to make up everything your parents did. But sometimes you have to do what you like even if it disappoints them because it's your life.
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