[English Essay Manga] When "Family Love" Becomes Too Heavy: Why I Quit Our Yearly Trips-3-
👇Today's story
The silence on the way home is the only time I can finally breathe. Why does 'family time' feel like such a heavy obligation?
I’ve realized that choosing my own peace of mind isn't a betrayal. It’s okay to say 'no' to family, even if it hurts a little.
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Why I wrote this story…
In Japan, it’s often considered a virtue to take your parents on trips as a form of 'filial piety (OYA KOH-KOH).'
But for me, these trips became a heavy emotional burden.
I love them, but I’m exhausted. This is a story about the complex feelings of an adult child trying to find their own peace.
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