Dealing with Toxic Parents: Need Advice

Everyone is saying do what you want and I agree, but do be careful of the consequences of getting caught, especially if you're still financially dependent on them. Trying to be my own person was tough and lead to many arguments and being threatened to be kicked out. If you still live with them, be slow and steady with your rule breaking and be sneaky about it because there's probably no way to reason with helicopter parents. If you already live on your own, then go wild. Don't let yourself be trapped.

I would say do your own thing. You’re an adult and they can’t control you anymore.

I’m kind going through the same, im about to be 21 and my mom won’t let me over my friends house because i did something bad over there when i was 18. it’s extremely frustrating !

Ruin their day since it'll happen regardless. Be you, do what makes you happy, do what you want, put space between you and the toxic and breathe. Yes at first you'll feel guilty but it'll feel so good to be away awhile. Freedom feels so nice, it's worth 'ruining their day'

If you need someone to talk to, you can always message me, I'm a couple years older and I still in a similar situation :(

I’m sorry, that must be a tough situation. I think that regardless of what they say to you, you should do what makes you happy. I know that can be tough with controlling parents, but ultimately, your happiness is what matters the most. Do what you want! So what if their days are ruined, you’re doing what you want to be happy. Stay strong ❤️