Unsupporitive Parent(s)
If you are from a family who is not first generation American, you can maybe recall a time where you or someone you know had to go through witnessing a parent not support their child's decision(s). Whether it was school, spouse, job, or sexual orientation, it's a common problem that many young Americans go through. I consider this situation a problem, because I personally believe all problems have solutions. Is there a solution to this heartbreaking reality? In my opinion, Yes. Although everyone does desire the approval of someone they respect and love (parent, role model, guardian), sometimes we must take a step back and question a few things first. 1) Is the reason for this unsupportive person a legit/sense-able reason? 2) Is there something that can be changed on my part to solve the issue? 3) Am I hurting anyone? 4) If I consider changing my behavior or attitude, will this benefit me, or will this benefit someone else? 5) What really matters in the end? My happ