Dear Sir/Madam,
I hope that my reply will be of some assistance to you.
I understand that you desire your parents' approval and encouragement. However, it seems that they are not providing that, which is causing you distress. As a daughter, I can relate to this. We all crave our parents' love. It is possible to express this, to let them see our needs and feel our sadness.
I would like to offer you the following advice:
It is advisable to accept your parents and understand the reasons behind their actions.
Your parents' preference for boys is also influenced by social culture. They have their limitations, and they are unaware that this has caused you significant harm. They are unable to provide what they do not have, which is simply a reflection of their imperfect nature. When we can recognize this and accept their limitations, and understand that their behavior is shaped by social culture and their own family of origin, we may feel somewhat more at ease.
It is also important to recognize that if parents are not open to change, it may be challenging to influence them. As the movie "What the Wind Brings" illustrates, there are three main categories: one's own affairs, other people's affairs, and the affairs of heaven.
The reason for our distress is that we do not control our own affairs, but instead concern ourselves with the affairs of others and the affairs of a higher power.
In this context, "other people" refers to anyone outside of ourselves, including our parents. If we continue to expect them to align with our ideal image, seeking recognition and trust from them, and they fail to change, it will inevitably lead to ongoing challenges.
However, if we can accept them and recognize their limitations, we will be better equipped to handle their unchanging nature without undue distress.
2. It is recommended that you communicate your needs and feelings to your parents.
It is possible to take action. We can attempt to express our feelings and thoughts, inform them of our grievances and needs, regardless of whether they will change or not. However, it is easier to speak out than to hold it in. If they do not change, we must learn to be our own inner parents, giving ourselves the recognition and belief we need.
You have stated that they are unaware of the extent to which a single denial affects you, and you have expressed your emotions through tears, which they perceive as mere displays of bad temper. It is important to recognize that
While they are your parents, if you refrain from sharing your true feelings, they will remain unaware. Only by expressing your feelings to them and openly discussing your needs will they be able to understand your requirements and how to meet them.
After the college entrance exam, some technical schools called, and you were pleased. You had not anticipated that I would be able to gain admission to a reputable high school. You expressed satisfaction discussing the matter with me and requested that a spot be reserved for me, citing my average grades. I was disappointed, frustrated, and somewhat displeased when I learned of this. I require your trust and recognition. I need you to value and care about me. I hope you can recognize my efforts and dedication. In the future, I hope you will encourage me, believe in me, and support me.
In the future, when you encounter something that makes you feel uncomfortable and triggers feelings that you don't like, you can express yourself in this way and speak your true needs and feelings. This will also help your parents to understand you better.
3. Learn to be your own inner mentor.
It is important to recognise that we all have the capacity to be our own perfect parent. While we often expect our parents to be perfect, the reality is that all parents are ordinary people with limitations. My own parents are no exception.
I have discovered that individuals can achieve the same results by learning to serve as their own inner mentors and addressing their own needs.
When you desire your parents' trust and recognition, it is important to learn to recognize and trust yourself. When you have achieved this, your inner being will also be in perfect harmony, and you will not be so eager for your real parents to give you these things. They can give you that, and that is beneficial, but it is not a prerequisite for success. You already have the capacity to succeed. You are full within, and you are self-sufficient, right?
It is therefore important to love yourself, accept yourself, believe in yourself, and take care of yourself. When you do so, your world will change.
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Best regards,
Comments
I can feel how deeply your parents' lack of belief has hurt you. It's painful when the people who are supposed to support you the most seem to doubt you.
It's really tough when you pour your heart into something and it feels like it's not recognized. I wish your parents could see all the effort you've put in.
Sometimes family expectations can be incredibly heavy. It seems like you're carrying a lot of weight from what they wanted versus who you are. That must be so hard.
Your feelings are valid, and it's heartbreaking that your efforts haven't been acknowledged. Maybe there's a way to open up to them about how their words affect you.
It's frustrating when the ones closest to us don't understand our struggles. I hope you find a way to make them see how much their words impact you.