AboutDonna K Expertise I can answer all questions regarding teen issues. problems with family, peer pressure, sex, masturbation, dating, and even nudism and naturist issues. I have been helping people with these matters for years and will be happy to assist you with whatever question you may have. I will never judge you. I am an open minded individual and I accept all people for who they are.
Experience Mom of two teens who has dealt with every issue when it comes to teenagers. I have also gone to college and have my degree in human sexuality.
Expert: Donna K Date: 6/5/2008 Subject: Me being myself
Question Hi there, I am a 17 year old daughter of a controlling mother. Recently, I asked my mom if I could dye my bangs dark green, and the rest of my hair black, and she refuses to let me be me, and express my inner self. She thinks I am being influenced by my friends, and am doing whatever other people are doing as a way of fitting it. How can I get her to understand I am trying to be myself? Apart from that, she thinks the idea of me being Goth is wrong. How can I change her mind? Thanks
Answer Hi Shayda,
First off I just wanted to say I think you have a really pretty name. there is no easy answer to this or any real way to get your mom to conform to your lifestyle. personally I don't see anything wrong with what you are doing. you are not harming anyone. the only thing that I can suggest is to continue to be yourself and remember that deep down, no matter who or what you decide to become later on, your mom is always going to love you. don't worry sooner or later she will accept the choices that you make.
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