What are ways I can express my less positive feelings without my parents finding out. They tend not to understand and just blow up at the littlest things.
Heya, when sharing feelings at home feels difficult, keeping everything bottled up isn't your only option 💛
You could write in a journal, draw, listen to music that matches how you feel, or find a quiet space where you can let your emotions out.
If you need to vent to someone, you could choose a trusted friend, relative, teacher, school support staff member, counsellor, or another trusted adult 🫶
Your feelings are real and important, even if your parents don't understand them or react in the way you need.
If things start feeling emotionally overwhelming, reaching out to someone you trust outside your family is completely okay 💕
Take care of yourself 🌷
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Sources:
Young Minds "Self-care"
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/self-care/Young Minds "Family"
https://www.youngminds.org.uk/young-person/coping-with-life/family/
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