Wondering if I'm the only one...

Fellas...Just wanted to ask..who's having problems with his/her family life and relationships because of this crap? Unfortunately I have no patience at all and it seems like one day I'm feeling good the next I wake up on the wrong side of the bed. I've been fighting with my parents for a really long time now and yelling the shit out of them. I don't know how to keep the anger inside. Unfortunately it has to be brought out otherwise I fear I will deteriorate. I've been to couple dental visits and when they take my blood pressure, its been very high lately and this might be the cause because I have a healthy lifestyle, I go to the gym regularly. I'm afraid to say I'm a 23 year old adult but don't know how to deal with this issue like one. Arggghhhhhhhhhhh

Enjoy the good, small things in life. Be grateful like you've never been before.

I find that I get my inspiration and hope from God.

I'm like a Zombie at work...can't stay awake jus staring everywhere to pass time. Getting paid less than what a legal dish washer would make. I look forward to going home and taking a huge nap so I at least won't be conscious for a few hours. Feel like shit when I wake up and don't want anyone to speak to me..

We all have good days and bad days. I've been angry, sad, depressed, etc. but I told myself that none of it will get me anywhere. This is the best year I've had since finding out my status and that's because instead of being angry about being undocumented all of the time, I've decided on a five year plan, set some goals for myself and have forgiven my parents for their shitty decision making. I love my mother and I know she didn't mean for this to happen for me, so being angry with her really serves no purpose at all. It kills her, and I'm sure other parents, to see their kids with all of the potential in the world and the ability to do absolutely nothing with it.

Remember that we'll make it out of this. Whether it is a year from now, or four years from now, here in the U.S or in some other country. Just don't bottle up your feelings to let them explode later and ruin the relationships you have with the people you love.

If you need to talk , we're here. Nobody else understands your frustrations like other DREAMers do.

It's tough to deal with, especially if you're working. I can't imagine how much that adds on to it, but at the very least, like the previous poster said, enjoy smaller pleasures. Even though it'll seem that way at times, you don't have to have legal status to enjoy everything in life, and the more one thinks that, the more one succumbs to negativity. You can still read a book, listen to music, play sports, and have friends to care for even if you don't have a green card. They help put things in perspective.

Point is, be the best person you can be, regardless of your circumstances. We're all going through tough times, and while it's easier to dwell on past oversights, it's necessary to live in the present and try to enjoy whatever you can. If you're religious, find comfort through that realm of your life. Speaking with a priest was, for me, one of the best ways to help cope and understand how to sort out things.

Definitely. When I found out, I was a little shocked at first, but all one can do is smile ruefully and realize that not everything is as it seems. My parents worked hard to get me here; without them, I'd be in a far worse situation in a developing country.

Seconded. Anytime. There's no need to keep things bottled up until they explode. Behind these screen-names and whatnot are real people (every once-in-a-while :P). We're going through similar situations, and we know what it's like to have more than our fair share of disappointments.

I know exactly how you feel, it sucks =|

I am still angry at my parents over this. I haven't really talked to my mom since I came to Mexico.

Give it time and talk to her when you're ready. We're all angry or were angry with our parents at some point. I don't talk to my father much anymore because he could have helped us and chose not to. So, I definitely know how you feel.

I hate my job. I don't get paid on time, I have to beg for the money. I'm not going anywhere. I feel like I'm forgetting everything I learned in College. I did start playing a sport but I get to see the teammates during practice days. Other than that I have no friends. I did when I was in college but everything ended when I graduated. I graduated just couple days after the Dream Act vote in December...worst day of my life listening to the national anthem..I knew I was in deep shit after that. Anway, I'd say it hasn't been as bad as I thought. I do enjoy activities like you said but only temporarily. I soon get bored and show my anger again. It's a vicious cycle really. Don't know how to bring this consistency into my daily routine. I'm really worried and terrified for the future..this fear is worse than anything in the world...worse than the fear of the end of the world. Finally...I am also a very jealous individual unfortunately because I constantly think about those who graduated with me and hold top level jobs..I will burn in this jealousy one day.