First-Gen Growth Can Feel Like Belonging and Betrayal
First-generation individuals confront family expectations and unspoken mandates, balancing gratitude and obligation while pursuing opportunities that can create misunderstanding and guilt.
I'm the only person in my family to go to grad school and become an entrepreneur. I often feel guilty for 'making it.'
A first-generation graduate and entrepreneur feels pride and persistent guilt for surpassing family and is actively working to release guilt and break generational cycles.