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“The Weight of Expectations: How to Handle Stress Without Losing Yourself in Your Family’s Desires”
“We just want what’s best for you.”“You need to make the family proud.”“Don’t disappoint us — think of our sacrifices.” If you’re a South Asian teen, chances are you’ve felt the crushing pressure of being everything your family expects — successful, obedient, and “perfect.” But somewhere between trying to be the ideal child and honoring your own dreams, you may have started to feel lost. The truth? You are not here just to fulfill someone else’s script.You have a right to your own voice — and your own peace. Why the Pressure Feels So Heavy In South Asian households, expectations often sound like love. And sometimes, they are. But they…