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  As parents, we all want the best for our children. We pour our hearts into their education, make financial plans for their future, and work hard to give them the life we dream of for them. It’s only natural to want to secure their happiness and success. But in focusing on these external investments, we sometimes miss something even more important—the way we parent. Our children’s true ability to thrive in life depends not just on what we provide for them, but on the guidance and emotional support we offer along the way. It’s natural to believe that providing a solid education and financial safety net will equip our children for the future. These are important pillars of security, but they alone don’t guarantee that our children will grow into fulfilled, emotionally balanced, and resilient individuals. True happiness and success stem from qualities that no amount of money or education can buy—empathy, resilience, confidence, emotional intelligence, and the ability to navigate life...

 In recent years, I've found myself reflecting on a question that resonates with many: "Why the institution of marriage?" It's a question that often leads to a shrug of the shoulders, yet it carries significant weight, particularly for today's youth. Many of them wonder: if marriage is merely a social expectation to stay together, why bother with it? A couple of weeks ago, I lost my father-in-law. I remember the first time I met him, 25 years ago, and addressed him as "Uncle." He gently corrected me, saying, "From now on, it's Papa." Little did I know the profound impact of those words. Although life circumstances didn’t allow me to live with my in-laws frequently, a deep bond formed—one that mirrored the love and respect between a parent and child. There are no words to fully capture the depth of loss when you lose a parent. It's as if a vacuum is created within you, one that no one else can fill. The strange thing is, the emotions are...