Don’t you ever feel like you have no privacy? Well that’s my case. I’m a child, 10 years old to be exact just a few years from becoming a teen. I have secrets that I can’t share with my mom, I have an online diary containing all my mental and emotional problems. She likes confiscating my phone and I often cry about it, why? Cuz I have a lot of things in there. but is it really my fault I don’t wanna talk to her? I can’t. Because she never keeps it a secret…she shares it with everyone, and I hate that!! I feel like a weird kid with a clingy mom…I don’t wanna be weird, I know she cares for me but that’s too much for me…:((
Hi @user12310,
I’m really sorry to hear that you’re feeling this way. It sounds like you’re dealing with a lot of emotions, and it must be really tough when you feel like you can’t have the privacy you need. It’s completely normal to want to keep some things to yourself, and it’s important to have a safe space to express your thoughts and feelings. It can be very hard when you feel like your privacy is being invaded, especially when it comes to your personal diary. It’s understandable that you feel frustrated and upset about this situation.
It’s clear you care about your mom, and it’s also clear you need some boundaries to feel comfortable. Wanting to have a bit of independence doesn’t make you weird at all—it’s a part of growing up. It might be helpful to talk to your mom and explain how you’re feeling in a calm and honest way. Maybe you could come up with a compromise where she respects your need for privacy while also being there for you when you need her. Remember, you’re not alone in feeling this way, and it’s okay to seek help from someone you trust, like a teacher or a school counsellor, if you need to.