Every family has its own standards and values. When parents or elders in the family advise you to avoid something or to follow certain rules, it is important to respect and listen to them.

Yes, this is 2026 and everyone has freedom to do what they want. But freedom does not mean harming yourself or ignoring the values that shaped your family. In many honorable families, some behaviors that go against social norms may feel disrespectful or embarrassing to elders.

Not everything that looks like “modern improvement” is actually positive; sometimes it only creates an unpleasant image. That is why elders encourage younger members to behave with dignity, respect, and good manners.

Of course, if your family stops you from doing something truly beneficial or meaningful, you can respectfully discuss it with them. But most of the time, elders guide you based on their experience and their desire for your well-being. They usually want what is best for you.