A Threads post urging Malaysians to “stop normalising” giving parents monthly money has sparked widespread debate about gratitude, family support, and financial boundaries.
A woman on Threads has caught Malaysians’ attention after urging people to stop normalising giving money to their parents.
“Stop normalising children having to give monthly money to their parents to the point that they cannot even save for their own wedding or to buy a house,” @jasmineesyz wrote.
Her statement quickly sparked mixed reactions, with many netizens disagreeing and defending the practice as a form of gratitude rather than a burden.
kitakopidankamera wrote: “I have a different take on this. Not every child giving money to their parents is burdened. For some of us, it’s just a small way to say thank you for everything they sacrificed to raise us.”
“Give according to your ability. If you can afford RM50, then give RM50. Parents do not really want our money. When we give part of our salary to them, there is blessing in it,” hfzt.amani_ commented.
Some responses were more direct. shakeyraomar said: “Sis, before you donate your income to others, the best charity is to your own family. If you are already complaining about this basic gesture, do you even give charity monthly? Children do not give because parents cannot afford it, but to seek blessings in their income. Be careful, sis. If you stop giving, life may feel even harder.”
Meanwhile, bell_nurul shared: “We do not become poor by giving, even a little. That is where Allah gives us blessings because we prioritise the parents who raised us. They did not ask for much. If they could raise us, why can’t we give them a little once we are working?”
However, some took a balanced view. honey_berry93 noted: “Parents should stop asking beyond their children’s ability or complaining when they cannot give. As children, we feel proud to give even RM100 a month. The best parents understand their children’s ability, and the best children are those who make their parents happy.”
“Normalise sharing your rezeki with your parents according to your ability. Do not force yourself to give something you cannot afford or that harms your financial situation. It does not have to be monthly cash. You can treat your parents to a meal, buy groceries, give gifts, or take them shopping for clothes. There are many ways we can do this. Do not focus only on money,” najihah_ahmad45 added.
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