We’ve all had our fair share of family drama, but this story takes it to another level. A 14-year-old girl and her siblings (10 and 12) are constantly reminded by their mom that she financially supports them. Instead of expressing gratitude, the mom uses it as an excuse to be mean. The teen finally had enough and called her mom out, but it didn’t go as planned. Let’s dive into the story…
Mom’s Constant Reminders
Grocery Shopping Incident
Mom’s Overreaction
Chores and Lost Remotes
We’re Not Allowed in Her Room
Grateful but Confused
Headache and Dishes
Mom’s Response ️
Standing Up to Mom ✊
Grounded and Phoneless
Mom’s Furious Reaction
Borrowing Brother’s Phone
Teen’s Bold Move Backfires
Tired of their mom’s constant reminders about financial support, this 14-year-old girl finally stood up to her. She expressed her gratitude but also pointed out that they’d be taken away by the government if their mom didn’t provide for them. She also reminded her mom that she chose to have children, so it’s unfair to treat them like burdens. Unfortunately, her bold move backfired, leading to her being grounded, losing her cell service, and having her phone confiscated. Let’s see what the internet thinks of this situation…
Mom’s financial support is the bare minimum, NTA OP
Parental financial support is a responsibility, not a favor
Parenting is a job, not a favor
Compassionate reply offers support and resources for stressed teen and mom
Supportive comment validates OP’s experience of abusive behavior by mom
Teen speaks out about emotionally abusive mother, receives support.
Mom’s financial support is not a favor, NTA for calling out
Boundaries need to be set with your mom. Seek support.
Supportive comment calls out abusive behavior, offers empathy
Supportive comment suggests seeking community for similar experiences.
Teen calls out mom for lack of basic human respect
Mom’s financial support is her obligation, not a favor. #NTA
NTA, it’s emotional abuse. Seek support from school or adults
Compassionate response suggests talking to mom or family member ❤️
Standing up against abuse and setting boundaries for mental health
Teen calls out mom for grounding them over honest communication
Teen rightfully calls out emotionally abusive parent for obligations.
Empathetic commenter validates OP’s feelings and offers advice
Teen calls out mom for doing the bare minimum
Standing up to abuse, NTA comment receives support
Teen advised to seek help from family or helpline anonymously.
Teen calls out mom for financial support, gets support back ❤️
Empathetic comment acknowledges mom’s struggles, offers perspective
Parenting is more than just meeting the legal bare minimum
Encouraging support for a teen in an abusive financial situation
NTA – Truth hurts, but it’s better than living a lie.
Supportive comment encourages communication and empathy with overwhelmed mother
Teen receives support and advice on dealing with abusive mother.
Mom plays victim for supporting child financially. Relatable experiences shared.
Toxic parenting? Commenter calls out mom for financial abuse
NTA comment: Parental financial support is a responsibility, not a favor
Teen stands up to mom’s financial guilt-tripping, NTA
Teen considers leaving home due to financial support reminders. NTA.
Sassy response to mom’s constant financial support reminder
Seek support from family/counselors. Where is the dad?
Responding calmly to toxic behavior can lead to positive change
Supportive comment suggests seeking help from family for overwhelmed mom
Supportive comment encourages seeking help for stressed-out mom situation
Overcoming financial dependence with help and determination
Teen calls out mom for financial support reminder, commenter supports NTA.
Acknowledging legal obligation doesn’t excuse emotional burden. Empathy appreciated
Teen receives support after calling out toxic financial environment
Family financial support causing tension. Seeking advice for resolution.
Remind your mom of her legal obligation. Virtual hugs
Empowering response to mom’s financial support and validating OP’s feelings
Parenting done right
Childhood trauma from parental financial guilt. NTA.
Mother’s financial responsibility, NTA for calling her out
User sympathizes with commenter and asks for more context.
Growing up with constant financial reminders can be damaging.
Psychologist advises seeking help for toxic and potentially unsafe mom
Teen stands up to narcissistic mom, receives support from commenters
Teen rightfully defends themselves against emotionally abusive parent
NTA. Emotional abuse from a parent is not okay
Teen calls out emotionally abusive mom for guilt-tripping and neglecting love
Relatable comment about parent’s financial control.
Teen calls out mom for doing the bare minimum parenting
OP’s mom is just doing her job, not financially supporting them
Sassy teen reminds mom of consequences and future independence
Teen calls out mom for financial abuse. NTA.
Teen calls out mom for financial support expectations. NTA.
Teen defends themselves against mom’s financial complaints. NTA!
A heartbreaking story of a parent’s emotional manipulation
Teen called out mom for emotional abuse and manipulation
Bare minimum of parenthood? Teen calls out mom.
Abusive behavior from parents is not acceptable. Seek help.
Teen stands up to abusive mom for financial support.
Mom’s financial responsibility is not a favor, it’s an obligation
Responsibility of having kids. NTA for calling out mom
Encouraging response to a serious situation.
Compassionate reply suggests mom may be struggling with d********n
NTA. Supportive comment validates OP’s experience with narcissistic parent
Supportive comment validates OP’s feelings and offers resources ❤️
Encouraging response to struggling teen’s situation. Seek help
NTA. Parents should not use financial support to be abusive
NTA. Brutal honesty gets punished. Parental obligation is not optional
User expresses concern for potential abuse, offers support and advice
Teen stands up to emotional abuse from mother. #NTA
Last Updated on February 16, 2024 by Diply Social Team