It is okay to minimize your family out of your life but don;t cut them off completely. Sometimes it is for the best!!! Lately I have been having trouble with my family and I cannot stand them!!! I am better off away from them (I am happier away from them). In mycase that is how it is. For some reason my weak family has a problem with my confident attitude and expect me to change for the sake of their uncomforts and I don't dig it. It has taken me alot of time to develop my confidence due to alot of the stuff I dealt with whiel in school with bullies, etc but to have them want to knock it off the face of the planet it fucing ridiculous. In addition to that they try to put me on guilt trips and I am not a fool to their tricks anymore. As an 18 year old I have experience alot but I have alot to learn. Do what makes you happy, your life will be more fulfilling in the end. IMO, that is all that matters!!!Family is VERY IMPORTANT in your life. Do not leave them. Be loyal and love them. Try Finding a solution to the situation.