No kid intentionally wants to let their parents down or be a disappointment. Everyone tries their best and ultimately works hard to live a joyful life. Sometimes, no matter how hard an individual works, their parents might still feel let down.
A mom who felt this way reached out to people on the internet because she was embarrassed by her son’s life choices. She wasn’t sure whether to push him to do better or just let him be, as she truly wants the best for him. Notably, folks had lots of opinions about her post.
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