Be Dependable
If you become a person that people depend upon, or  rely on , then you will find a sense of accomplishment and feel much more independent. People will respect you more and see you as someone who is ready and able to help, and that's one of life's greatest achievements.
Sometimes your parents yell at you: "Clean your room; Make your bed; Use manners, don't do that!" or you think you want to change your personality, study harder get better results!