Growing up, my parents always favored my older brother, leaving me feeling overlooked. My grandfather, however, supported my dream to become a pilot and promised to fund my college education with his inheritance.

When he died, I looked forward to using this money for university. But when I turned 19, I discovered the funds were gone. My parents had drained my account to bail out my brother, who had squandered his money on luxury items. I was devastated and felt deeply betrayed.

“You used my college fund to bail him out?” I cried. My parents explained, “We thought we were doing what was best for the family.” Their decision to invest the remaining money in a lavish house showed where their priorities lay.

Determined to rebuild my life, I worked hard, rented an apartment, and found a new path to education. Despite lingering anger, I eventually reconciled with my family when they faced financial trouble, choosing forgiveness over resentment. Through this journey, I learned that forgiveness can heal old wounds and lead to personal growth.