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There’s been a lot of talk about curbing UK migration and not necessarily in a good way. It’s up to us to share our lessons about migration and encourage ourselves to thrive wherever we are.
Let's talk about the journey of moving to a new country, something many of us have experienced first-hand. Many of us migrated for socioeconomic reasons, but there are a few who genuinely migrated for opportunities for their family. It's natural to hope that such a move will solve all our problems, whether it's related to career, family, or personal fulfillment. But here's the truth: compared to 1960s or even 1980s, immigration isn't a magical as it used it to be. It is certainly not a fix-all. In fact, immigration brings its own set of challenges, leaving us feeling drained and overwhelmed as parents.
Some parents come mentally prepared this challenge, some parents learned the hard way. Still, let us remember that regardless of the challenges, immigration is just one chapter in our stories, not the entire book. It is a phase in our lives, not our entire destiny. When your child is defiant, when financial challenges is around, when work files a complaint against you, it’s okay to feel like you're at a crossroads, unsure of what the future holds. Remember, even the most successful decisions come with a bit of challenges mixed in, but delay is not failure.
So, wherever you feel you are in your immigration journey, regardless of the country you are in, don't view it as a dead-end or a prison. There is hope. Instead, see it as a stepping stone, a chance to explore new opportunities. Be proud of yourself for taking that leap to change your life and circumstances. Keep your mind open to the possibility of exploring other paths if needed.
In your journey, use your time here to build yourself up for the next adventure. Take a free course at your local council. Learn a new skill you which you would not have seen back home. Volunteer for an organization. Take up internship in a new company. Keep building yourself, don’t stop. Remember, life is all about movement and growth, and there's always another way forward. So, let's embrace the journey, and the lessons we learnt from our challenges. Stay resilient and keep pushing towards our dreams. Live your best life, your children will thank you for it!
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