If you are living at home and working as an adult it is not unusual to be asked to contribute. And just because you didn't ask for money, there are expenses in your upkeep (groceries, rental space etc.). Room and board at home is cheaper than living on your own, but even at home these are expenses that you'd also incur if you weren't at home.
So maybe work out what is reasonable in terms of your earnings. That way you can plan/budget for that expense, know how much is for you and how much you want to save. If you are new to money management look for budgeting advice in the community.
With a reasonable budget you can help mom out by taking over some (or even all depending on how much you make) of your upkeep, not get constantly hit on, have something for you and manage your finances so you are in control.
If you are not living at home, however, you may need to say no more often if it's simply because you can not afford it. Again, if you have a budget, you know where you stand with your money.
Is it normal for parents to ask their kids for money?
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If you are living at home and working as an adult it is not unusual to be asked to contribute. And just because you didn't ask for money, there are expenses in your upkeep (groceries, rental space etc.). Room and board at home is cheaper than living on your own, but even at home these are expenses that you'd also incur if you weren't at home.
So maybe work out what is reasonable in terms of your earnings. That way you can plan/budget for that expense, know how much is for you and how much you want to save. If you are new to money management look for budgeting advice in the community.
With a reasonable budget you can help mom out by taking over some (or even all depending on how much you make) of your upkeep, not get constantly hit on, have something for you and manage your finances so you are in control.
If you are not living at home, however, you may need to say no more often if it's simply because you can not afford it. Again, if you have a budget, you know where you stand with your money.