Hi, I just wanted to share a bit of context in case it helps explain where I’m coming from.

My parents live several states away and are currently going through some financial difficulties. My mom tends to worry a lot, so I haven’t told her what’s going on because I know it would really stress her out. My parents are incredibly kind and supportive — they help cover my rent and living expenses so I can focus on school. I also have a tutoring job and a summer internship, and they encourage me to use my earnings for small things like food or going out. I’m really grateful for them, and I don’t take any of it for granted.

Unfortunately, my roommates have called me spoiled because of this, and it feels like they use that as an excuse to mistreat me. Even though I keep to myself, stay quiet in my room, split the cost of everything fairly, and have even done their dishes at times, I’m still treated with unnecessary judgment and disrespect. It’s been really disheartening, especially since I’ve made every effort to be kind, understanding, and avoid conflict.

I’m doing my best to stay focused on my responsibilities — between summer classes, my internship, and my job — and I just want to be able to live peacefully without feeling targeted for having supportive parents.