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Dear Emma,
I have a problem, and I need your help. My
parents are really strict and never let me do.
anything! For example, when I go out with
5 my friends, my mom always asks, "Where are
you going? Who are you going with?" Two
months ago, I got an earring, and my father
was really angry. He made me take it out. My
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parents want to control everything I do. But I'm
10 18 years old!
I try to talk to my mom and dad, but they don't
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_Do you need listen. They say, "This is our house, and these are
our rules." Then we have a fight. Why is it
help with a so hard for them to understand me?

problem? 15 Josh

Ask Emma!

Dear Josh,
You asked, "Why is itso hard for them to understand me?" That's a good question.
You're growing up, but often it's hard for your parents to see this. To them, you
are still a child and they want to protect you.
20 Sometimes, it's hard to talk to your parents. Here's an idea: Write your mother
and father a letter. Explain your feelings calmly. In the letter, describe your
friends. Tell your parents about yourself and your life, too. Then maybe they will.
understand you better. After your parents read the letter, try to talk to them.
I hope this helps!

25 Emma
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1 If you take something out, you remove it.
2 Your mom and dad are your mother and father.

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