How to handle my Mom's horrible boyfriend?

hello my name is steve, im 17and im a pretty funny kid, but im only funny at school because I hide how I feel. at home my mom has a boyfriend that I hate to death, he makes her cry everyday, and they argue everyday and he yells in her face, my mom has gotten to the point where she might hurt herself. I always sit in my room crying in a corner because I cant do anything to help her, the man is huge!, and hes intimidating, and im really short, really. I get made fun of everyday at school because of my height, but I let that pass, and a lot of people at school are intimidating so I can never stand up for myself. I want to help my mom, but she wont leave the man, its really anoying, they’ve been arguing ever since they met. and guess what? he proposed to her and will get married soon. I will not call him dad, and I will not say hes my step dad, I will not. I need your guys help, I want to find a job so I can save $ to get outa here, move away to an apartment and make my own rules and not cry all the time in my room because I cant do anything for my mom. but for now I have to stay, but can any 1 help me? how do I stand up for myself, and how can I help my mom? its gotten to the point where if they get married, im going to run away. please help me.

Answer #1

Has your mother ever heard the term psycological abuse? Even if he doesn’t hit her abuse is abuse. I know. My relationship with my ex-husband started out that way. As soon as the wedding bells stopped ringing it got worse. Don’t make the mistake of saying nothing. Tell a school councelor, don’t try to hold it in. Abuse to a mother is worse because4 it affects the child too. My ex actually gave my son a bloody nose. Then of course, he had to leave… fast. Don’t let it get to extreemes. I’ll be praying for you!

Answer #2

if they are having problems just be there with your mom because if her boyfriend yells at her he might hit her so defend your mom and always remember your mom is always with you so be with her and if you have to leave at night with your mom and if he comes after you tell the cops!!!

Answer #3

I have been in the same situation but my mom’s boyfriend hits her and I get scare what should I do

Answer #4

There isn’t a lot you can do for someone who won’t help themself. It’s hard to accept that, especially with your mother. I’ve been in the same kind of situation, my mom always has some new sh*tty boyfriend. It always messes with me, but there isn’t anything I’ve figured out that you can do. As far as money goes, the highest paying jobs at your age are lifeguarding, starbucks, waiter, and I dont really know what else. I was a life guard for a while, YMCA’s usually pay pretty well. If you want to be able to stand up for yourself just don’t get angry when they say things. It will only make them more willing to continue. Don’t get angry or upset or emotional in anything but a positive way. Act like you’re just fine with it. Don’t try to act cool though, because you’ll end up looking like an a$$. Once you’re out of your house you’ll do just fine though. Everything kind of falls into place after you’re out, especially if you’re going to college. Your house probably just has too much negative energy, it’s hard to function properly with that.

Answer #5

Dear an0therday, You need to speak with a relative…trusted aunt, uncle etc. Explain to them what is happening in your home. Tell them how this man is treating your mother. You should not be getting involved at home with telling her not to see him. Your mother is suffering from low self-esteem and needs some counselling. You also should speak with your school counsellor about what you are experiencing as well. Your mother is already hurting so don’t run off and hurt her more but talk with a counsellor and they can give you some coping skills. Sue…good luck

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