28 y/o Singaporean hesitant to move abroad because of ‘filial piety’: ‘I feel a lot of guilt about leaving my parents behind’
She wants to move abroad. Her parents don't want her to go. Now she's wondering if following her own dreams means letting them down. This article ( 28 y/o Singaporean hesitant to move abroad because of ‘filial piety’: ‘I feel a lot of guilt about leaving my parents behind’ ) first appeared on The Independent Singapore News .
A 28-year-old Singaporean woman found herself in a dilemma when a new opportunity abroad presented itself, but her desire to move overseas was met with resistance from her parents. She shared her feelings on the r/asksg subreddit, expressing that she felt guilty about leaving her parents behind and worried about the impact of such a move on their lives.
The woman was particularly concerned that her parents, who were not tech-savvy and had limited hobbies, might become isolated if she moved away, as they did not have close family or support nearby. Despite her excitement about the prospect of living in a slower-paced, quieter environment and pursuing her passions, she struggled with reconciling her desire for personal fulfillment with her family's expectations.
The cultural norm of filial piety, which emphasizes a deep sense of loyalty and responsibility towards one's parents, played a significant role in her decision-making process. Online, she received support and advice from others who had navigated similar situations, reminding her that she should choose the path of least regret and not let her parents dictate her life choices.
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