07/20/2025
"Working Abroad Doesn’t Mean We’re Rich"
People think that when you’re working abroad, it’s all about money.
They assume you’re swimming in cash, living a luxurious life, and that every box is full of extra.
But the truth?
We work double. Sometimes even triple.
We miss birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and even funerals.
We smile in photos, but deep inside, we’re tired physically, emotionally, and mentally.
Yes, we earn more than the minimum back home,
but the cost?
We sacrifice time with our family,
we eat alone,
we celebrate milestones through video calls,
and we cry ourselves to sleep when no one’s watching.
Every cent we send back home came from hours of standing, lifting, serving, cleaning, caring
and sometimes from enduring pain, loneliness, and disrespect.
So no, we’re not rich.
We’re responsible.
We’re doing what we have to do for our families.
And if you see us laughing or treating people when we’re home for vacation,
please know those moments are paid with years of work and sacrifices.
We don’t need pity.
We just hope people understand:
We didn’t go abroad to get rich.
We left home not for luxury but for survival.
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*Credits to the rightful owner 🫱🏾🫲🏼
