How to tell my mum

[Onlyfaith]

Hello everyone! Well there is a guy who helps me with Physics... I met him online and we talk on facebook and skype and we have videocalled once... he is two years older that me (I'm 17 and he is 19) and he just helps me... though I have got a lotttt of problems and I don't wanna hide from my mum anymore but I don't know how the heck I am supposed to tell her... once before 1 year she freaked out when she learnt that I was talking with an unknown boy on facebook but now it's comletely different. The guy really helps me and he is who he tells he is, I've seen him and I know in which time he lives and so on... what to do? Tell her on not? I'm reallyyyy scared :(:(:(

[Thunderstorm]

Well, if it is strictly platonic and he is just helping you with physics then it shouldn't be a big deal. Just approach her at the right time and be like "Mom, I have been struggling with physics lately and this guy online has helped me a lot. All we do is physics so you have nothing to worry about." If it really is just physics like you say it is, and you haven't been giving him personal information, then it should not be a big deal.

[West Coast Sheriff]

I wouldn't tell her. You are 17 and old enough to make certain decisions. sDe seems overprotective and like she might not understand. If the relationship were to grow into something romantic, then you would need to tell her. My assumption from details you've left is that your mom might over react. Although, it's clear that she does care for you and is only thinking about your safety.

[Atlantis]

Your mom might be slightly over protective but she's probably just worried. As long as you don't actually meet up I don't see a problem with it. It's benefiting you so you shouldn't really be worried. You are 17 and hopefully mature enough to know who to talk to and who not to talk to. My mom would probably go mental if I was in your situation, but since you're a lot older hopefully not.

[TeenPortland]

I wouldn't tell her. You are 17 and old enough to make certain decisions. sDe seems overprotective and like she might not understand. If the relationship were to grow into something romantic, then you would need to tell her. My assumption from details you've left is that your mom might over react. Although, it's clear that she does care for you and is only thinking about your safety.


No. You are not old enough to do anything without the help of your legal guardian. Try to show her how you feel and tell her the truth and nothing but it.