This is such a heartfelt and beautifully expressed reflection, @mairaj.ansari. You’ve painted the role of parents in a way that feels both personal and relatable. I especially liked how you tied in your own journey of becoming a father and realizing the wisdom behind your parents’ discipline that gave the piece so much depth.

Your reminder about Islam’s emphasis on respect and gentleness toward parents was also very fitting and powerful. The balance you created between cultural reality, personal experience, and faith makes this post truly stand out. Thanks for sharing and complimenting we welcome post like this to the the real talk community