Amma, I Am Not a Software Product You Can Ship By Q4
May 13, 2026 · Family
When family pressure makes you feel like a checklist item, it helps to remember that your life has value outside of what you accomplish or fulfill for others. Giving yourself the same respect you'd give a person you love is not selfishness — it's the ground you stand on when you finally speak up.
“You yourself, more than anyone, deserve your own love and respect.”
- Daisaku Ikeda, The Wisdom for Creating Happiness and Peace, Part 1
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