Why you should disappoint your parents | Desiree Akhavan
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Navigating Parental Expectations and Personal Autonomy
This chapter explores the tension between parental expectations and personal desires within the context of immigrant family dynamics. It highlights how cultural narratives, particularly from animated films, influence perceptions of obedience, while advocating for the importance of individual empowerment through the potential disappointment of parental ideals.
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