#family-expectations

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fromDefector
1 day ago
Music

Got To Be Something Better Than In The Middle | Defector

The spiritual toll of labor shapes father-child relationships and aspirations for a better future.
fromBusiness Insider
4 days ago
Women

My parents gave me a feminine-sounding name. My family made fun of me until I changed it.

The author changed their name due to insecurity arising from familial teasing about its femininity.
Cultural expectations around names significantly impacted the author's self-esteem and personal identity.
Career
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I followed my career dreams instead of chasing a higher-salary job. I'm not sure I want my children to do the same.

Following your passion as a teacher brings fulfillment, but financial stability remains a challenge.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Parenting

Harriette Cole: I have a reason for staying single but my parents don't get it

Prioritizing personal growth and interests over traditional marriage is a valid choice, even if it causes tension with family expectations.
fromBusiness Insider
7 months ago
JavaScript

I regret having a big wedding. If I could go back in time, I would elope instead.

The wedding planning process often becomes about pleasing others rather than the couple's desires.
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