I'm a gymnast and my mom is holding me back. How do I get her to stop?
607210
Why not go to your Mother and have a chat with her. Explain to her about why you intend to do Gymnastics. Why you like it so much. And tell her your different to other girls. Explain you have a competitive determined side which you clearly do. Try and appeal to her good nature. Tell her instead of limiting you she should encourage you and help you every way possible. As much as i am sure your Mother has your best interests in heart.\nAnd besides. Gymnastics is a very intense sport. And to be successful you need determination and commitment. For young girls like yourself it would be ideal because it instills commitment. Great.\nStick with it and cheer up
916181
What about locking her in the closet?  Can you let her watch some TV show or video she likes? Maybe she is posessed by an evil spirit, this is a possibility, however remote. If she is afraid of authority figures, tell her that if she's bad you'll call the police. Some people have done this when their kids have gone nutzoid. Ask your mom ahead of time if you can do this, because she might go ballistic herself. You really need a break from your sister, can't your mom find some one to give you a break?  Is there anything that you can control her with, like tell her if she shuts up that you'll do something for her. Does she have no self control, like nothing you do can make her stop? If so she needs some professional psychological help, like a child psychologist. Good luck! How old are you anyway? This isn't good for you to have to go through this.\n*****************************************************************\nIs there someone at school, like a teacher you can talk to, or your doctor about this? Your mom seems to be putting a lot of pressure on you. You should be having fun being a kid, not being put in a pressure cooker like this.
852130
You're looking at this the wrong way.  What you have to realize is that HE has to stop her, you can't.  If they are that close you will only become their common enemy if you attack her.  What you need to do is talk to your husband and let him know how you feel.  Remember to be respectful of his mother.  He may be telling you that he doesn't like the way she "butts" into your relationship but, trust me he's not telling his mom that.  Maybe you should try to be friends with her.  You both love the same man, right?  That's your first thing that you have in common.  Build a relationship, don't attempt to tear one down.  You can't win.  It is ultimately your husband's place to establish boundaries with his mom.\nGood luck!
432243
talk to your mom to allow you to get back on.
1121860
I went through that stage too. I dont really know how to explain it lol. I just grew out of it. Sometimes she still gets on my nerves lol. Moms like to be nosey and ask random questions and I think sometimes I was just like seriously leave me alone lol. Try to be patient. She loves you!
505201
She wants to know if you would really touch her, if you tell her (keep doing it and I'll do it back to u), most of us will stop. But she might really want you to. try it.
484180
Melanie, six months - WOW!\n\nDancebaby, your mom loves you. I am sure grounding you means grounding herself as well.  I have read a few of your posts. It seems Dancebaby that you are having trouble behaving yourself. At 11, if you start behaving, the spankings and groundings will cease. Think about it hon.
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She's still your mom, right? If she's being too affectionate with someone in front of you and making you feel uncomfortable, tell her. I'd tell you the same if she were dating men. Talk to her about what you need and how you feel. Just don't try to change her because she's a grown woman who can think for herself.
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Sounds like she is having a hard time letting go.  Prove to her that you can do things on your own.  Listen to her advice but you don't always have to take it.  \nTell her you appreciate her input but maybe she would like your opinion just as well.
639671
At this point in time you have done all you can, or at least all you've had time to do.  You can try, but don't alienate her.  When/if it goes wrong she will need you. You may be disappointed but you're a good mom and that's your job.  Teach her what you can, some people are hard learners. But *if* it goes wrong, she *will* need you.  So don't put her in the position of not wanting to come to you when she needs help because she doesn't want an "I told you so."
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oh boy. sounds like me and my mom. I just walked away when she started to irritate me. Don't acknowledge her bad behaviour at all. But don't expect her to stop being this way. you will have to deal with it for the rest of her life. So just try and tell yourself that you will leave the house one day and you won't have to deal with her. Just try and remember to not fight back. Let her win. Even if your beyond right. Because she's only looking to argue. not win an argument. Ignore her critcisms of other people and just try to tune her out when she talks. That's your best bet. GOOD LUCK
938922
Gently tell her what you told us.  You should not be forced to do what you're not ready for.  It's not like you're ruling it out - you're just not ready.
460258
Your mom is going through a difficult situation in life.  You should understand that.  And so are you!  But be by her side and stand up for her always.  Also, do not be shy to discuss EVERYTHING concerning her relationships and your feelings with her gently.  Surely she will be the one to make you more comfortable in dealing with the matter.  What other people say does matter, but only to a certain extent.  So dont let that get to you.  Afterall, they do not provide you with anything when you are down.  Also divert your mind and do things that make you happy.  Good luck kid - looks like you are brave and will come out of this a winner.
845610
have your flyer practice on a bench or a stool or something shorter and closer to the ground and have her just stand ther in the liberty snd hold it as long as possible until she has trained herself to lock out.
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She probably could use some physical therapy. I am not sure you can make her go though. \n\nGood luck!\nG.G.
503669
It took my husband 15 years to be able to tell his mom exactly what he thinks, and only now with me backing him up. If your mom is controlling, there is no NICE way to handle her. You  have to just come out and say what you are thinking because if she is anything like my mom-in-law, she won't take you seriously. Be Very blunt. Tell her you are not TRYING to hurt her, but that this is how you feel. GOOD LUCK!!!!!!!!!!
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Ask your mother to sit down with you and talk to her.  Don't say "You", but do say "I feel".  Parents know we make mistakes but be sure to apologize, and be open to listen.    If you're to nervous to talk face to face and you're afraid  your mother will interrupt you and not let you get you point across then try writing her a letter.  Please though drop out "you", because we don't want your mother to feel like she's being attacked!