Hi Ferrer,

I agree with the above 2 posts, but I'd like to add my 2 cents anyway.

As a teenager, I developed a more adult-like relationship with my parents. I showed respect, but I also didn't have to keep my thoughts to myself. When I felt hurt, scared, or angry, I had the ability to speak up. I didn't mince my words ~ but I kind of pushed it there. My parents accepted that part of me anyway.

What it got down to was me speaking up for myself. My parents kind of learned that I would do what I wanted regardless of their rules the hard way. From that point, they began listening to me. I don't advocate defying rules ~ I do encourage doing all that you can to develop a healthy relationship. They listen to you & you listen to them. RESPECT is a necessity.

Very best wishes!