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'I want them to still consult me with their plans in life': how these parents keep guiding their adult kids

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These Sydney-based families value the perspectives of the elders, in particular the parents, to their children. Credit: SBS Filipino

Many Filipino families are accustomed to giving great value and considering the views of their elders, particularly parents, even children turn adults. For these Sydney-based parents, it is important to keep guiding their kids who are already over 18.

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By Annalyn Violata, Shiela Joy Labrador

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Many Filipino families are accustomed to giving great value and considering the views of their elders, particularly parents, even children turn adults. For these Sydney-based parents, it is important to keep guiding their kids who are already over 18.

"I want them to still consult me with their plans in life," points mum of two, Wella Williams.

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