How did the parents lack understanding?

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In the clip featuring Humble The Poet on the , he discusses how parents might lack understanding due to cultural and generational differences. He explains that his parents, having grown up in a context where questioning elders was unacceptable and stability through traditional careers was crucial, struggled to grasp the value of independent thinking and non-traditional career paths pursued by their children in a different cultural setting. This led to a gap in understanding, as they viewed stable jobs like in math and science as the only path to success, unaware of the volatile nature of jobs in the new environment and the potential of entrepreneurship 1.

Breaking the Cycle

Humble shares his experience of breaking free from cultural expectations and encouraging independent thought, highlighting the importance of understanding and bridging the gap between generations.
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