Now that you&rsquo;re earning and making a name for yourself, occasionally, you&rsquo;d like to look back at the long journey it took to get where you are now. For many people, their parents have been the pillars of their success. For some, they had to build themselves alone.
Recently, giving back to your parents has been a hot topic online. They&rsquo;re debating if your parents are your responsibility, or if it should be an utang na loob. Filipinos strongly practice the culture of utang na loob. It just means that you feel in debt to the person who has done a favor for you.
Several netizens have pointed out that utang na loob should not be an option here because it is the parents&rsquo; natural responsibility to nurture and take care of their children until they can live on their own.&nbsp;
A couple of celebrities even took their thoughts to social media about the topic.
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On the other hand, some say that it should be mandatory to give back because if it weren&rsquo;t for your parents, you wouldn&rsquo;t have reached your status today. Still, they consider it utang na loob because although your parents raising you is already a given, you should feel the need to give back so you can pay your tribute.
To sum up, the debate about giving back to parents boils down to differing views: some see it as a duty, while others view it as a way of showing gratitude. Ultimately, it's a personal decision shaped by your upbringing and values. What matters most is appreciating your parents' role and nurturing strong family connections.