<prompt> Human: EDIT: I appreciate that some users have pointed out that I have a questionable work ethic, and that 2.5 hours of my day everyday isnt a big deal. I agree. However, I wrote this to provide a context as to my current life, and am asking for ADVICE as to how to prepare for the day I turn 18. If you have a criticism, please voice it, but I also want some advice. A big reason why I didnt want to post this originally is because I realized I would get a lot of criticism from people, but Ive reached a point where if I dont take action now I will be screwed in the future.EDIT2: I hope people who read this know that if I was truly just a bitching 16 year old with raging hormones, I wouldve completely painted my mother as completely evil. She and my dad do work hard to provide for the family, but often times I appreciate what they do, but my wording probably doesnt show that well. I really couldnt care less about what she says I am, because I know Im not what she says I am. I just want advice to help me prepare for when I leave the household. I turn 18 mid-June, which is about 2 weeks after the end of my senior year of high school. leaving early is not an option in california, theres a law that says I have to be an adult before I can leave the house.- Didnt know why it didnt let me crosspost, but people from radvice said I should post here and see what I can do.Backstory: my parents wanted me to cleanwork 2.5 hours a day in the house to pay for rent. I asked around on reddit and found that people said their threat was really just a bluff, so I told my parents they couldnt force me to pay for rent when Im a minor.My mother says I have to work because I constantly disrespect her, treating her like a cash flow so I can enjoy my life.It bothers me that it was her choice to bring me into the world, and probably due to bad parenting has led to me not being her perfect child. Dont get me wrong, I do good in school All as with a few bs and I work hard, but theyve done a lot to also try to limit my social life, and Ive had to learn how make friendships with people I only see in school. As for disrespecting her, even trying to stay out of her way when she gets home from work shes been through 6 jobs in 6 months and comes home everyday completely pissed but I always seem to have disrespected her.Point is, the living conditions are fine, I have a bed and a roof over my head and ample food, but the environment she creates, the negativity and aggression and constant isolation I experience really worries me. What do I need to do to get prepared for the day I get kicked out? I already plan to find a temp job over the holidays to get out of the house and find some jobs over the summer that can keep me busy and away from her.  <response>: Sorry about the situation bro but moving out will be the best thing for you. Plan now for the future. Do you want to go to school? 4yr, technical, learn a trade? Start thinking, researching and planning. Get a job waiting tables. These jobs typically pay the best per hour and give cash. Also, a good portion of the staff should be in your age range and they tend to be out going people. New friends - score! Dont work in weirdo place, find a good casual busy restaurant.Look for places to live. You will most likely need a roommate. You can go random or seek out people you know that will be moving out after their senior year too. Start hunting and planning now. Dont give anyone cash or checks for the apartment or utilities except directly to the land lord or rental agency - you dont want to get burned. On a side note, 2.5 hrs of house work a day is nothing. Make your life easier while you are there and go above and beyond. Its not to extend your stay but to keep your mind while you plan peacefully and calmly. Decisions made while upset or stressed are typically not the most sound. Good luck homie and welcome to life beyond the nest. 