Its an attitude most people have (learning that right now
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People might not like to do stuff for themselves for some reason (usually being lazy)
But when it comes to some one they care about (as kids) they force them to do what they didn't such as study etc... You might think for yourself you don't need some stuff and probably you are right (for the hair and teeth) tough for other people that want it for you. they want to prefect it for you. You can see it as doing the stuff they didn't do and telling you to do it.
bottom line.
PS3 > xbox!
I keed about the lest part. (tough it is true)
so here is what I think, settle with your parents what to do as you will do some for them and they will do some for you.
1) Swimming is important yet you don't have to be a pro. Just float around and if you can get 1 full pool without touching the ground I think its enough for basics.
2) Helping around the house is needed, you don't have to be an ass-kisser but if you will do some stuff on your own (don't don't click me a new house! but lets say take out the garbage) from time to time I think you will see some stuff changing.
3) In the family love business I can't really say as its all a point of perspective...
4) Family is the most important thing you have, keep it safe and keep it together. I think that it should be the #1 priority for every one.