How can I convince my mom about my plans to go to a dance workshop this summer?

Posted:: 3+ months ago by Tyger
Topics:: dance, mom, summer, vacation, hip, plan, march, workshop, problem

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So summer vacation starts sometime in late March, and I told my mom that I'd like to sign up for a hip-hop dance workshop. The problem is, she says I can't because she doesn't want me to become a dancer when I grow up(and I do want to become one). I've told my friends about this problem and one even said "Why? She doesn't own your life!"

And even if I didn't want to become a dancer, joining a dance class in the vacation is just for fun and leisure. It won't guarantee that I get a dance career. I also just want to try something new this time and not just spend another boring summer vacation. Thanks to anyone who offers their thoughts.

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kangaroo

It's difficult to see what her problem is with this. It sounds like a really positive use of your summer. You have an interest you want to pursue and are happy to use your own time to do it. Not only that, but it involves physical exercise. In a world where so many people are now obese, this should really be encouraged.

Can you highlight to your mother the positive aspects of this? i.e. That you'll be kept busy during the summer months, that it'll be good exercise, that it'll be social (I presume other people will be there) and you may make new friends. These are all good things. And, like you say, how you spend your summer doesn't determine what you'll end up doing as a job.

I think you should be praised for your enthusiasm, not held back from doing something you want to do. I hope it works out.

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Tyger

Thanks so much, man! You really helped to shed some light on the situation. I think I found the problem though. Maybe it's because my grades went down a lot and it made my mom a bit mad about it that she didn't bother to take time to think about me wanting to go to a dance class. So, I'm thinking of really getting into my studies for this last school quarter and then asking her again. Maybe she'll be more positive about it. Thanks again!

kangaroo

Aha! Yes, where mothers are involved, there is usually a reason that you don't initially know about. You sound like you have a really mature attitude, though. Getting your grades back up seems a good way to make the problem go away. Good luck with it all!

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