@Yes No just because many others have the same lonely life, doesn't mean it is ok!!! Children are not like animals who can take care of themselves, children need their parents, or st least one parent, to listen to them and talk with them and share their worries with. And it looked like he has no siblings either, they made one child then both parents disappeared??? At least make more children if you plan to leave, so they can be together with their siblings, looking out for each other, talk with each other, help each other. Or take your child with you when you go to work and live in another city!!!
A regime that forces parents to move away for work and leave their child behind is cruel. But then again we're talking about China. Things there will never change for the better.
Strong boy will become a real man. Many families are like his. Parents need to work in urban areas to provide education and economic income. But nothing is changing about family love and bond.
@@GFINHK You certainly fail to exercise any proper psychology knowledge when applying findings of a social science to a single individual. Current understandings in developmental psychology doesn't provide nearly enough correlation power to predict the kid's future based on his family situation as suggested in this 3-minute video. Your comment is not as much based on scientific accuracy as it is in pessimism
I'm a father to a developing baby boy and sir, I promise not to let him slip and fall as i have throughout my life. No mother, no caring family, no father, only myself. I see you, sir. I see you now and I'm able to attain what i didn't know I needed. Thank you. All i can say is thank you.
Teachers are so important. My geometry teacher in high school was like a surrogate mom to me, and inspired me to become a teacher too. I hope to one day be able to teach.
I am glad i was a teacher.. I am a pensioner now.. Sometimes the most difficult kid is the one that needs the most love.. I'll testify to that.. When they turned out well, i thank Allah, i had played a part in preparing them for their future.. Alhamdulillah.. Kudos to that PE teacher.. Keep it up.. 😍😍😍😍😍
I can't even imagine seeing your parents only one or twice a year, it's incomprehensible for me. I was in the hospital for 2 weeks as a kid and I cried my eyes out every day waiting for my mom to come and visit me. It's such a trauma for kids not to see their parents.
It's not like this for everyone. This parents, in their own way, are showing love by working hard in a place they can earn so they can support their son's future in an impoverished part of the country
There are more opportunities in bigger cities, especially when you don't want to be a farmer. There's also a way of thinking in Chinese people which is about working hard as long as you can work while young. The problem is that doing this, you risk to sacrifice health, work-life balance, time spent with beloved ones etc...
@@nicolefuccio So take the child with you! You are responsible of the child once you put him in this world, if you move to another city you must take your child with you!! In my country the child-wellfare-system would take the child away from the parent and put him in a better home.
*If I work hard enough will I have the feeling of being hugged and close to my parents?* *If I make them proud, will they come back for me?* *I miss you...* I can almost imagine the words he tell himself each night...
Oh how I wish I could take this sweet young man in my arms and hold him, wipe his tears, and encourage him! Him and those like him. True adoration from this grandma in Ohio USA ❤
It's been so hard to thier son to live alone...why can't you bring your son were you work so you can still see each other everyday...please parents be with your child as long as you can specially if they very young, they need you...I fell very sorry for this boy...my heart broke as I see you crying while hugging your father...
I bursted into tears when I saw the boy and the dad reunite.... I can’t imagine how hard it is for him to be alone every year with their parents visiting him 1 or 2 times a year
This broke my heart for both son and dad. That PE teacher is amazing tho, he deserves credit for stepping up! I hope the parents give thanks to that guy also!
I'm s single mother. And my heart breaks all the time when I'm not with my kids on time due to work. I can't imagine being far from my kids for one day
@Htotha Hizzie nobody say anything down about mexican and yet you just said Chinese is cold hearted, when Chinese come to united States they will do it legally, not like mexicans crossing borders without visa or even a passport
Thank you so much to the PE teacher. You’re wonderful, and I applaud you. If only there were more teachers like this. I had a history teacher who had so much compassion for me as a youngster. He saw past the truancy, the mouthing off, the bad behaviour, etc. Rest easy, Mr Bastable. I miss you and I love you.
@@duoyansuqiongburushouzhong true, my dad was introduced to basketball late, like in high school, he didn't know that he had to bounce the ball, he was running with the ball in hands 🤣
I’m glad the PE teacher saw the potential in this child and decided to change his outlook on life through the discipline, motivation and achievement of sport. I’m also glad his mother is returning soon to take care of him, as you can see that loneliness is taking a toll on this child.
This story made me cry like a baby. It shouldn't be a choice to leave your own child. No matter what. I know it can be very hard sometimes but before we make babys we should stand stable in life. Money isn't always what we need. A loving mother can nothing replace..and this boy clearly needs his mother and father. 😔 I wish you the best little buddy.
Honestly I can’t tell which is worse. Someone who does not have their parents around but is close to them and is thought of by them or someone who has their parents around but is neglected and abused by them. What’s everyone’s thoughts?
These Boys Become So Mature, So Young. They Are Going To Be Lights To The World. How Wonderfully Strong They Are. May They Be Blessed With Success, Wealth & Love.
I can’t believe in this day and age people are forced to abandon their children so they can make money to survive. I can’t imagine how hard that must be for the parents and their son. It’s heartbreaking. China needs to offer their citizens who are struggling more support.
There are countries with much worse conditions, countries ravaged by war, countries where it's people do actually die of starvation or sell their kids into slavery. The Chinese government has performed splendidly at an economic level for the past few decades.
Germs & Spices these things may be true, but the fact that families have to be separated like this to survive hurts my soul. My son is the most important thing in my life, being separated from him would’ve excruciating, it would break my heart and I imagine it must break those parents hearts too, not to mention the children’s. Parents are a child’s greatest teacher, source of love, affection and comfort, security, their first friend and of course their protectors. It is obvious by watching this that being separated from his parents has caused this child a great amount of pain and distress, it’s even affected his self worth. It’s a hard and lonely way to grow up.
My parents are out of the state for four months so it’s just me and my little sister. I can’t even imagine what that would be like for parents to be gone for six years while I’m struggling with just 4 months what the heck
So sad. Missing the most formative years is such a tragedy, but this boy could become a strong human being as a result too. Wishing them all the best. From someone who understood her parents since she was 6.
So hard. I can’t help but say there must be some way... and I would never... but I’m not in their shoes but this child is so lonely. I can’t imagine ever leaving my child at 6 years old to fend for themselves or maybe have an old grandparent. Is there no other way?
I live alone so I know how sad and depressed to be a child without a complete family. but I have to move forward and be happy eventhough it's really sad everyday. Take care of your parents if they really love you.😊
It breaks my heart that these children have to be separated from their parents. Its cruel and heart breaking that they can't be together. Families are supposed to be together.
I’m try not to cry...not to cry...until the son and father reunion...I’m cry!! The boy mature at early age and may well take care himself. I’m impressive, of course I felt bad for that Boy have been endure a lot though it without his parent side with him.
It makes me sad to see how little he gets to see them. Not even 4 times a year. Loneliness just eats at you. Makes your heart feel bitter. Yearn for more. 😭💔😢
I’m so glad he got to see his dad, but I’m also sad that in his precious heart he feels he has to work hard to earn his father’s love. I know it’s no one’s fault, but I wish he could receive that love unconditionally
You don't always see a Father Cry for his son. I hope and pray that they both have a life where they are with each other, what lucky parents they are to have a child who wants to be in their life! we dont see that any more these days
I admire Yao dedication, and determination. He is truly amazing. So young. So talented already. I can see the path of success right in front of him. He’s going to do great out there.
Thank you for posting this important video. I have great respect for the young man and his parents who endure the pain of separation and many hardships every day.
At the very last moment of your life you won't think "how money did I make?" or "did my kids went to that or this university?" But rather "I wish I could have spent more time with my loved ones" and it'll be the only things that would matter cause we are humans and humans need connections.
In a world where we are taught to want so much materialistic things, we forget how to appreciate the things money can't buy. A sweet video and a reminder to us (me included) to be grateful for what we have. On another note: it would be great to see updates on this and other stories!
It’s really hard to realize how self-indulgent & even ungrateful I am until acknowledging there’re many kids who can’t even see their parents regularly due to the poverty or unfortunate life situations
