I Want to be a Rebel

i dont think the words rebel is right in your situation.. i just think maybe your heart and your mind can`t adapt with any rule from your father..i dont think it`s not because your father is pastor.. but many of young people always want to be free and do like they want..and thats parents obstacle when they must understand their kids generation is not like their generation when they are still teenager..

I am not some expert. I am just a kid. A teen. A sometimes-rebel. Yes, growing up to be your own person outside your family influence is part of life. I believe that people should always learn and grow. I mean, if you don't question anything in life and just do the things you are told to do, you are confining yourself to others' expectations and you will NEVER be your own person. Try to see your father's rules and judge them, if they ring true to your own set values, coz you are more than your father's daughter. Teenagers are always accused of rebellion and as a teenager myself, I think it is perfectly healthy to doubt or even reject some of your family/parent's beliefs because we maybe family but we are different. I think you are just trying to have your own individuality. Guessing that you are a teen, yeah, you should cut loose. Relax a bit. There is more to life than following some plan made up by your parents. But on the flip side, don't go breaking into peer pressure. Just think for yourself. ( sorry to sound like a know it all) This is just my opinion. You can reject it.

There's always that phase where would want to be a rebel just because you're not being treated right by your parents. In reality, it's just plain ol' stupidity, and I assure you, you will regret every second of it once you grow up. Being a rebel is often a product of rash decisions, so before making one, I think first if I'm in the right state to decide.

Hi, Rusale, my daughter is older than you but she still lives with me - to her great displeasure. We live alone, with no strict rules. But in my country it is difficult for young people to live on their own because the costs of living are too high. I understand your wish to get free. Maybe you could arrange this, speaking gently to your father. You could try to explain things to him. Maybe there is a chance that he will understand you.

HI THERE! you know what i've been there and its not really a good idea to do that. I remember how hard it is living apart from my parents. I decided to stand alone, away from parents judgement and live with a friend. At first it was cool, i can go wherever i wanted to and do whatever i like. But still it came to a point that I miss them and think of that I was so stupid leaving what I have. Funny, that i miss their being sermon and asking where i have been. ;)

I think rebellious is more obvious in our younger days but some of this still might be with us all our life. Tell me (someone, anyone) does being the rebel come from knowing ourselves? I went on a search by myself for myself in non familiar surroundings. What do you think? Why does familiar have the word liar in it? Is famil short for family or does it mean famine?

Hello there... Almost every youngster goes throug this at some point.. It'll pass... Just make sure that you are not going to make a mistake in that rebllious state of mind. Do no, please, do anything that will hurt you or the family... Also, make sure that none of your actions will bring embarrassment to you and your family... If you could maintain that you can still find ways to enjoy life... Have a good time!!!

Your parents only want what's best for you. However you only have once life to live. It is not being a rebel to want some freedom and independence. This does not mean you will be corrupt or immoral. Good luck!

It is normal to want to rebel, especially when so many restrictions are imposed on you. You feel this especially since you always did (what he said) the things he considered to be right. You could try a part time job, or volunteering for a cause, that would help you broaden your horizons without actually doing something wrong, and this might help you become more aware of what you want next for your life.

Not to sound too parental, but you shouldn't be rebellious to your parents. I know a lot of adolescents go through that stage but it doesn't necessarily mean you also have to. Your father might have some very good reasons why he's restricting you and someday you'll appreciate all this. You could also try talking with your dad and explain your side. I know you've mentioned that he's strict but you'll never know what a conversation would result in :)

There's always that phase where would want to be a rebel just because you're not being treated right by your parents. In reality, it's just plain ol' stupidity, and I assure you, you will regret every second of it once you grow up. Being a rebel is often a product of rash decisions, so before making one, I think first if I'm in the right state to decide.

Hi rusale, At your age, it is normal that you feel like you wanted to be free. I think even if your father is not a pastor, he will do the same to you. It's every parent's desire for their kid to always be in the right path so they keep guiding them. While sometimes we think they are too controlling to us. Once you are an adult and already working I am sure your father or mother will let you decide for your own.