Expectations

Expectations: Oh Life!

I can still remember the moment that I watched the very first video from their Youtube account. It was a video full of emotions as they gave everyone the glimpse of what happens in most break-ups (watch it! It's worth it!). But most of all, their recent video regarding Expectations caught me the most. You can check their video below.

I've been there specially for the most part! Growing up, I remember that my family used to call me "Attorney" or I would hear that I'll become a doctor someday (which failed greatly when they found out that I was afraid of blood when I was a kid...Shame on you Aldrin! haha). This then brings me to my next topic! One of 9gag's most famous meme: The Asian Dad!

I have to be honest though, my parents weren't really as sadistic as these fellows! hahaha but kidding aside, I guess this is one of the most prominent issues most Asians face. Admit it! What's the most common line for most parents (especially for Filipino families)? Mag-aral ka ng mabuti! (tans: STUDY HARD!). This measures causes extreme pressure that leads to lower self-esteem and great fear over failures.

I remember that by the time that I reached my last year in Highschool, my family told me that I should make my own decisions. That I should bear the responsibility of choosing the university degree that I want (but not disregarding the fact that it should land me on a high paying job! Just kidding! Love you mom and dad!). I can't deny the fact that expectations are good, but if taken to extremes may lead to chaos. 

Sometimes I ask myself, why can't people just be who they wanted to be? Like the video I showed you, I think it's time that we give our kids a chance to make a choice. Don't worry! I'm not asking you to abandon them, but i'm asking you to be their guide (and not their dictator). 

"Life isn't perfect and so are we"

Philippians 4:6

Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God.