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My Mexican dad still gets mad at me for going to college, wanting to purse a doctorate and puts me down constantly talking about getting a “real job” He wants me to stay at home, cook, and do his laundry. I’m feeling very defeated
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Anonymous 21h

why does he want you to be like his wife? dont listen to him, esp if hes not paying for your education, a man will never be worth over getting an education especially a doctorate

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Anonymous 20h

don't let him bring you down, you're gonna get your doctorate diva 🤞

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Anonymous 20h

From one stubborn ass Mexican daughter to another, you got this. Don’t let a man tear you down regardless of that man being your father (mine is also exactly the same)

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Anonymous 19h

I’m African my dad’s disappointed in my sister for being a nurse instead of a doctor but he’s never even been to college and you dad probably didn’t either. Parents always want you to do “better” but really they want to live through you. Anything YOU want to do is the best thing for you I’m proud of you

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Anonymous 18h

Keep living for YOU!

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Anonymous 14h

remember that your life is YOURS. you seem to have a particular goal/plan for your future, and that’s amazing and worth being proud of

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Anonymous replying to -> #1 21h

He’s always been very controlling but it’s really starting to wear me down and second guess if I can even really do anything

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Anonymous replying to -> OP 20h

Thanks though for the encouragement!

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