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my dad doesn't know what positive reinforcement is and it's really putting a damper on what i'm going to do about college. he seems really pessimistic about financial aid and my grades and i don't feel good about my future when i talk to him. he makes me feel like i have to settle, which i don't want. i want him to be excited for me. and he isn't giving me a chance to express my goals and ambitions. meanwhile, my mother is on the opposite side of the spectrum. she tells me that i can do whatever i want and i should just go for it. she's excited for me and she told me that she and don will work with me to support my tuition and do whatever it takes, etc. i need my dad to feel that way. i need him to be optimistic and willing to jump in if i need him. but he's being a douche. i usually have a hard time bring mad at my parents but fuck, this is so frustrating.