"I'm currently in university, where I play a sport at a very high level. I (and my coaches) expect that I will be drafted professionally less than a year from now. I have worked for this since I was a kid. But overshadowing the excitement is the stress about my dad, who has long looked forward to my professional career and the money that I will be earning."
"I'm sorry you have to deal with such complicated family dynamics. But hear this loud and clear: You don't owe your father a single dollar for raising you. Not even one cent. Raising a child-feeding them, housing them, driving them to practice, buying uniforms-is what parents are supposed to do. It's not a loan. It's not an investment with expected returns. Or a lottery ticket. It's called parenting."
A university athlete expects imminent professional drafting and large earnings, creating stress over a father who feels entitled to a share. The athlete reports past parental support like paying junior fees and buying uniforms, and worries a payment will never satisfy ongoing demands. Normal parenting expenses are not a loan or an investment and do not create an obligation for repayment. Clear financial boundaries and advance planning can prevent persistent demands. One-time gifts, controlled access to accounts, trusted financial advisors, and legal protections can help manage family pressure and preserve long-term financial security.
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