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• I went to my son’s house sick, but my daughter-in-law treated me like a burden and talked about a nursing home l... I decided not to interfere with my son’s life anymore and to live independently for my old age. I have been sacrificing everything for my son, but all I got in return was alienation and indifference. The sense of loss when I realized that no matter how hard I tried, nothing came back was indescribable. However, I think it is time to stop being swayed by those wounds and live for myself. I learned that love can never be returned through sacrifice alone, and that protecting one’s own values is the most important thing. Sacrifice is sometimes precious and beautiful, but when we expect something in return, that sacrifice can hurt us. I lived for a long time with expectations for my son, and whenever those expectations were not met, I blamed myself and suffered. I am not going to do that anymore. Now, I have decided not to expect anything from my son anymore and to live my life on my own. I will live the rest of my life peacefully and quietly, without worrying about what anyone thinks, and only for myself. You too, cherish yourselves. I hope you can live proudly, protecting your own values, without being swayed by anyone. If we don't protect our lives, no one will protect them for us. Now, I have decided to take my life back completely in my own hands. I will live the rest of my life for myself, loving myself. I hope you will do the same. I sincerely hope that we can all respect ourselves and protect our own lives.