I've moved to a new country and embraced the local culture, including changing my name and adopting customs. My family back home feels I'm abandoning my heritage and are very hurt. Do I lean into my new identity, or try to appease my family more?

Marian King

Marian King

Embrace new identity18 votes (31%)
Appease family more17 votes (29%)
Balance both cultures13 votes (22%)
Educate family11 votes (19%)

59 votes total • Created 1/29/2026

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I've moved to a new country and embraced the local culture, including changing my name and adopting customs. My family back home feels I'm abandoning my heritage and are very hurt. Do I lean into my new identity, or try to appease my family more? | asQkme