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What's your advice for asking permission if your parents are always saying no?

Moshe Ratson, MFT, PCC
Marriage & Family Therapist
Moshe Ratson is the Executive Director of spiral2grow Marriage & Family Therapy, a coaching and therapy clinic in New York City. Moshe is an International Coach Federation accredited Professional Certified Coach (PCC). He received his MS in Marriage and Family Therapy from Iona College. Moshe is a clinical member of the American Association of Marriage and Family Therapy (AAMFT), and a member of the International Coach Federation (ICF).

Moshe Ratson, MFT, PCC

Marriage & Family Therapist

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Try to understand why they said no. If you ask to be allowed to get back at midnight and they say 10 PM, instead of getting angry, try to understand why that is. You’ll get an honest answer. If you can understand where they're coming from, you can address that point, and maybe promise them that you understand them. In due time, they will start to trust you more.

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What if they don't let you have social media yet?

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You can still ask to have a YouTube channel. However, it may help to wait until your parents are comfortable with other social media outlets.

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What if they don't like the video that you posted?

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Politely ask why they didn't like it and address any concerns they have. You may have to edit parts of the video out and tweak the content before your parents let you put it online.

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How can I get my parent to stop watching my videos before I upload them?

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Your parents want to make sure you're safe and posting appropriate content. Allow them to watch your videos, even if it bothers you. If you post videos without their consent, they may tell you you can't have a YouTube channel.

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What if I want friends on my channel? Will they have to ask their parents?

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Your friends should make sure to ask their parents before using your channel. Your parents may get in trouble with your friend's parents if they don't have permission to be on your YouTube channel.

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I asked my parents a few weeks ago, but I haven't brought it up again in case they get angry. When should I ask again?

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Wait a little bit longer. If you're mature, and spend a few months following their rules, they may reconsider in the future.

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What if you want to be a YouTube mine craft gamer and your parents don't approve of gaming?

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Talk about why they don't approve of gaming and see if you can work out a compromise. If they're worried about gaming distracting you from homework, offer to only game for a few hours a day, for example.

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What if your parents say you're too young?

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See if they'll agree to let you have a channel when you reach a certain age.

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My parents don't want to spend the money on the equipment I need, and I don't have the money to help. How can I fix this?

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Try to earn the money yourself. Get a part time job or save up your allowance.

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What if your parents say no every time you ask. What do you do?

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Stop asking for awhile. If you keep bothering your parents for a yes answer, they may get frustrated and keep saying no. Follow their rules for a few months and then ask again.

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