The story of Abraham and Isaac, where Abraham is willing to sacrifice his son because he believed God asked him to, was ingrained in the speaker's upbringing. The speaker's family believed in sacrificing their children by prioritizing what they thought God commanded over their parental responsibilities. The speaker's brother pointed out that their parents sacrificed them by neglecting their care and leaving them to be raised by random individuals. This experience led the speaker to reflect on the various ways children can be sacrificed, not just physically, but also emotionally and psychologically, when parents prioritize outside beliefs over their children's needs.