The Life of Irene Ang: 50 years of Pain to Peace with My Mother

[@OGS.Official]

Hi everyone, this is the director, Pei Fang. Thank you all for sharing your personal experiences with your parents and for your kind words about Irene and her mum. When I was working on the story, I was struck by how Irene and her mom have different perspectives on forgiveness. Revisiting their past reopened old wounds, and it was truly raw and painful for everyone involved. Discussing family traumas and generational pains is incredibly challenging, especially in a society that places such a high value on filial piety. It’s not easy to put yourself out there for public scrutiny, so I hope we can approach them with empathy and understanding. Let's keep the conversation open and respectful in the comments :) - Pei Fang

[@zelda4678]

OGS has been doing wonderful work with your videos. Thank you ❤️

[@MarRee-zi3ri]

Seek God and you will find him and when you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and put your faith in him you will be saved and he will give you his Holy Spirit who is our comforter and helper and God will give us a peace that surpasses all understandin

[@MarRee-zi3ri]

​@@zelda4678Seek God and you will find him and when you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and put your faith in him you will be saved and he will give you his Holy Spirit who is our comforter and helper and God will give us a peace that surpasses all understandin

[@lowlaychoo4363]

Mom puts her pride down to go public about what she has done. She has gone through alot herself. No family is perfect. Hope Irene and her mom can live happily ever after.

[@lvrn124]

This is true. Letting her story be shared is a form on acknowledging what what she did/ how she hurt her children.

[@cassidygan159]

Irene, I am so proud of you. You went through so much. You are still strong. Yet you grew up to be a person of good value. You are so awesome and can be an inspiration to many who are going through the same difficulties and traumas.

[@robintan4471]

A great inspiration to many people. In life we need experience ups n downs.. there are many many broken families and just stay strong and believe in yourself

[@COCO-y8r]

It is not easy being a celebrity and come out to pour out past history. Both ladies are very courageous and it takes guts. 🙏.

[@MarRee-zi3ri]

​@libiskit Seek God and you will find him and when you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and put your faith in him you will be saved and he will give you his Holy Spirit who is our comforter and helper and God will give us a peace that surpasses all understanding and give you the ability to forgive and lead a life that pleases God and h God does want the best for you and to give you hope, he loves you

[@skirtrunning]

Wow. Had always known Irene Ang to be that super cheerful, strong and talented personality. Never know she had such a tough childhood. Makes me look at her differently and admire her more.

[@illuminuz]

This broke me. I totally understand when she said, "I don't want to be out of control, ever." Living your childhood through trauma, abuse and abandonment can produce one of two things: either you grow up super vigilant, independent and somewhat hardened emotionally yet determined to not fail, because you fear the loss of control you felt as a child, or you let your circumstances swallow you up and give in. Being someone who knows and identifies with what she went through, I totally understand her stance, no one asked for forgiveness and it took years well into my adulthood to come to terms with what happened to me, but I choose to forgive, and some days it's harder to do that, but I know now forgiveness is for me, not for them. I took care of myself and accomplished milestones myself, and when you're so used to doing that, your adult relationships with people often suffers. And I'm thankful that I broke the generational curse and chose peace. It's still a battle sometimes to keep your mind in check and not fall into despair, but I have the tools, and I'm thankful to have God and faith and good people around me to cheer me on. I wish Madam Irene all the best in life.

[@MarRee-zi3ri]

​@libiskit Seek God and you will find him and when you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and put your faith in him you will be saved and he will give you his Holy Spirit who is our comforter and helper and God will give us a peace that surpasses all understanding and give you the ability to forgive and lead a life that pleases God and h God does want the best for you and to give you hope, he loves you

[@Joe-gf6vn]

I hope the Mum can watch this and sincerely apologise to Irene for what she put her through. It seems like that's what Irene wants, a clear and unequivocal apology and acknowledgement of what happened, not just doing things to make up for it.

[@MarRee-zi3ri]

​@libiskit Seek God and you will find him and when you believe in the Lord Jesus Christ and put your faith in him you will be saved and he will give you his Holy Spirit who is our comforter and helper and God will give us a peace that surpasses all understanding and give you the ability to forgive and lead a life that pleases God and h God does want the best for you and to give you hope, he loves you

[@alvinkoh5460]

Although my dad supported me financially and even overseas to study, the only childhood that I remember of him, is the physical abuse he rained upon me when I was a child. Never beat your kids, they will remember it forever. Even if they forgive you, they will never forget. It is a scar that they carry with them through life.

[@fabchan25]

i understand totally coz my father was like that. Once the beating was so bad i couldn’t move my fingers for a day because they took all the impact whilst i was blocking the cane. My mom just stood there and watched while i was screaming for her. I couldn’t forgive them till today even though they’re trying their best to be nice to me. it’s too late. ptsd is real

[@lvrn124]

My opinion is that some of the older generation are not equipped with the tools to deal with their emotions/ actions/ egos.

[@nanayue5388]

True. They are less educated and always watch those dramas which always cry a lot. So they succumb to drugs and alcohol.

[@libiskit]

its sad la, their parents were just sharp tongued and materialistic OR abandoned their families (speaking of both my maternal and paternal grandparents, they were largely useless human beings)

[@paulinlim5465]

So so true. I can attest to that.

[@kingseiryu929]

Isn't that true for some people in every generation? The new generation is already talking about mental health at an early age which is even worse

[@wonderfulfable]

Back then, the older generation was not really informed, not educated about drugs, drug addiction, mental health, and the effects of stress & anxiety. Additionally, even the government didn't have much awareness programs about drug abuse & the consequences it brings. The boomer generation just choose not to talk about their hardship, or else they will be stigmatized for being weak or emotional. Even going to see a "shrink"; as how the older generation describes a psychologist, will label the person as "crazy" or "mentally unwell".

[@rashminable]

You set yourself free, Irene. You're absolutely right that forgiveness did more for you than for her. I grew up in a home with violence too and my parents have never once acknowledged my suffering either - I have come to accept that they never will and it's ok because it's on them, not me. Every family member of generational trauma is a victim, our parents are products of their time and their trauma. What can we do other than to set ourselves free? Thank you for sharing your story with such brave honesty ❤

[@youtubeprofile2070]

I admire both of them for sharing their story, warts and all. This is why our country is so tough on drugs. Thank you for this video, even if it's short. Also, Irene's mother looks more like her sister. They're both beautiful and youthful. ❤

[@libiskit]

and thats why im pretty resolute with all the fools who say that drugs should be legalised and it our duty to be responsible.

[@teeteetuu94]

@@libiskit I'm waiting for the day tobacco and alcohol will be outlawed too. How many lives were harmed and/or lost due to their abuse, and health effects to people around them. And it is still legal currently. And these two are a lot more harmful and addictive than some narcotics that some wish to be legalised.

[@libiskit]

@@teeteetuu94 when you say harmed or lives lost, what are you referring to? Lung and liver cancer? fatalities caused due to drink driving? I'm not supporting alcohol and tobacco but my point is we need to see case precedents and data in order to prove a point. The other thing is alcohol and smoking was prevalent in Singapore before our independence, so if we had outlawed it, people would have turned to the black market. Isn't it them more meaningful to put taxes on it as then earn it as government revenue? Same for tobacco, once again I'm not advocating but I'm highlighting the practicalities of why some vices are legalised and others shouldn't. the pro drug camp needs to think holistically when you keep supporting the case for drugs. That's my point

[@perrycheong1058]

​@@teeteetuu94 Scientific research has shown that alcohol, tobacco, and nicotine are much more harmful than cannabis.

[@perrycheong1058]

The Singaporean government and society is only strict towards the poor and the working class. I remember reading about a case/incident that supposedly took place in the early 2000s, a bunch of rich corporate assholes (Singaporeans), along with a foreigner (British or American), were using cocaine somewhere (in a fancy place). They were arrested and investigated, but did not get criminal records or even face any charges. They also got to keep their jobs, instead of getting fired.

[@peerlesscucumberrr]

ngl one reason why a lot of the older generation don’t feel bad about why they have done to their children is bc they have the mentality that since their child grew up fine into a working adult, it’s all good!

[@AngelNCC]

I started crying after only watching half of it. Irene , you are one darn strong woman! Mama Tan regrets it. Big hugs and lots of love! If I ever see you in the streets, I’ll give you a hug! You love because He first loved us!

[@elizabethysm86ysm2]

I can relate to Irene story of her family problems and struggles. Not an easy thing to say and I appreciate her bravery and seeing her getting back together with her mother, is such a blessing

[@sebastiank9175]

Irene is an amazing woman of strength and courage and compassion, she remind me of the many Singaporean families of her age where many grew up with similar background where parents are into drugs and gambling. the past is past, the present is what we should be focusing NOW, the future is yet to come and nobody know what will happen. Irene you are an amazing woman salute to you for letting the past go and forgiving your mom and by forgiving your mom you are actually forgiving yourself, so proud of your courage and love for her.

[@drhannah8525]

This story didn't feel as much about drugs as it did about the trauma Irene went through. There were no drugs in my household, but I relate to her story very much. I was the mother to everyone in my household, from my earliest memories. The peacemaker, the caretaker. One thing therapy has taught me is, don't hold out for an apology from the parents. We really only have control over our own actions and words, others will have their own paths to walk.

[@metallitai]

Dear Irene, Takes alot of courage to share your story with the world. Every story is worth listening to and learning from. Life will forever be a lesson we can only learn once. Wishing you great health and harmony in all relations around your life!

[@Stella-yr2cu]

Dear Irene, I have so much respect and admiration for you. I can greatly empathise with what you’ve been through, having grown up with emotionally bankrupt and abusive parents who never cultivated a loving environment at home. You have inspired me to choose forgiveness for myself and not for them. It’s ok if we don’t have the happy family that others have; we have ourselves and all the strength we can be so so proud of especially bc of all the adversity we have overcome!!! Wishing you all the success and happiness life can offer ❤

[@OGS.Official]

I’m sorry to hear what you have been through. It must have been a traumatic past and you must have felt lonely then. But I hope you’ll make peace with yourself eventually :) - Pei Fang

[@withaswayyo]

I am still unable to forgive my parents till today. There has been no apologies and no remorse. I still live with them, see them every morning and every night. I will cry myself to sleep and celebrate once I get my own house.

[@libiskit]

i understand you. Jiayou and move out. even if u need to rent. it will not heal you immediately but it will give u space to heal

[@meganlimliping118]

Jia you and I hope you will feel relief one day

[@wonderfulfable]

Stay strong, sometimes....even the people closest to us are the ones giving out the most toxicity. There is only so much one child can take. Take care of yourself, as loving yourself first is the most important.

[@withaswayyo]

@@libiskit thanks. Let’s Jiayou tgt

[@withaswayyo]

@@meganlimliping118 thanks

[@yingzpiration]

I can totally relate to Irene’s pain growing up with absent parents. Mine was having a mother with schizophrenia, even on normal days she put us thru fear and anxiety and lots of confusion. Now that she’s old, she expects us to care for her. It’s very difficult, bcos I never wanted a life with her. Thanks Irene for sharing her life and her struggles… and I applaud you for choosing the higher path of forgiveness. And thank you Irene’s mum for sharing her vulnerabilities, it’s not easy to open up her past pains as well.

[@CKTinUS]

I’ve met Irene Ang in person at an event years ago. Did not know her background story. This makes me respect her more! Salute to a strong woman who will not give up

[@iambeiam]

I once lived in a situation witnessing the horrible effects of addiction (drugs and gambling) on my brother. It shattered our once happy loving family. My parents were at a loss on what to do and how to cope. I remember having to come home from uni or work and witnessing the arguments, the scolding, the physical violence of my brother. I cried myself to sleep. It deeply traumatized me, to this day. I vowed that I personally will not get myself into any form of addiction. It’s easy to avoid and refrain from such activities than others think. First thing to do is convict your self to a life free from addiction, the the self consciousness will guide you through. Forgiveness lightens the pain. Strength to everyone having a rough time.

[@susuCindy]

Mom, you need to make an apology to your children. Everybody needs to when they did something wrong. It doesn't matter if you tried your best or not. What you did was wrong, and you are supposed to apologize. Oftentimes, people hurt others out of good intentions. But as long as we hurt others, we need to apologize. That's how we maintain clear conscience. I admire people who are willing to apologize to anybody whenever they are wrong.

[@HurricaneBacklash]

well said

[@Karinaheng]

Wow. This is very raw and honest footage of a mother and daughter dealing with their emotions and hurt in public. It’s incredibly courageous for both to confront their past hurts and bitterness to the other party. But by doing so, it’s so freeing and instructive to others. Irene, you are paving the way for others to take that first step in reconciliation and healing their relationships. You are beating a path that Asian women have not trod because they have rarely seen it from their elders. You have set yourself free and may God be your covering and Healer in this journey with your mum. I will pray for you both to be healed and made whole again. Take care and Jesus bless and keep you both.

[@GraceChai-bg5no]

Thank you for sharing Irene, I have always know you as the Caring, kind, strong, independent person full of love in your heart. The past shaped you although it was painful, god bless you Irene.

[@Repulseer]

What Irene said "I dont want to be out of control, ever" is such a strong statement. Only meeting singaporeans when I entered SG to study, alot of them wants to 'give up control and just have fun" never realizing that each time you do so, you have to be lucky to come out unscathed. But drugs and the indulgence of substances that are the precursor to drugs, only have to be lucky once. I adore Irene's work since I was young and to discover part of her early life just makes me want to give her a hug.

[@TheYansc]

She's my favorite character from PCK ...she brings joy and laughter for me and my friends during our teen life....sometimes the funniest person is the saddest person 😢😢forgive and forget is the hardest thing to do ....

[@rhuyisia8163]

I understand how Irene felt! Been there done that due to abject poverty! I was miserable and hated my life then. The best years was with my late husband. He changed my life and I am forever grateful

[@fizzybear4577]

Thank you Irene Ang and Ms Tan for sharing their story. It was so emotional and inspiring to see and be aware of how drugs can really affect your loved ones. And to the team, really good job with the narrative, the visuals, the shots and the editing. The change of style of nostalgia to harsh change in visuals had a huge impact. Loved every second of this video! Keep up with the awesome work and content!

[@OGS.Official]

Thank you for the kind words! The team always tries to do justice to the stories of the people we are telling 🫶 - Pei Fang

[@newpajama]

Thank you for picturing this! My mom passed 6 years ago from drugs and cancer. I always wonder what if she managed to change and still alive today.. this might be how it would be.. thank you Mama Tan for changing, you saved Irene’s life.. by the way, coincidentally my name is Irene as well😅

[@viriconium1]

Irene Ang bought so much laughs and joy as a kid watching PCK, having known she gone through all this is just heart-breaking yet inspirational

[@janleeintube]

Thank you to Irene Ang for her courage to let public know her life story. I'm not sure how many children went through similarly traumatic past but yr story should help more appreciate their lives. For those who underwent similar traumas, we should feel proud & thank God for living well today & accomplishing so much despite of yr lacking parents. For children who hv lived as adults, not many of adult life can be too difficult as long we keep trying & stick to being truthful.

[@joykhooml]

Irene, it's so heartwarming to know that you have chosen forgiveness. I hope your brother and you will put the past behind you and move forward in life by choosing to love your mum and dad. You are such a strong woman and I believe you will remain so by choosing to forgive and honor your folks. Stay strong Irene!

[@robintan4471]

Support irene.. love her real character and hope to see more of her vlogs

[@This.Is.AngelaBloom]

In the past, people don’t dare to divorce but that causes a lot of harm to the kids. It scars you until now. Since young, I tell myself I don’t want to grow up like my parents.

[@pearlyung]

If cannot handle don't marry and don't breed. Nobody is forcing people to marry and breed.

[@Potomacstud]

Total respect , sheer raw honesty

[@karmadekye1262]

Wow Irene. I never expected this. Thanks for sharing this story. Your bravery is much respected. Forgive your mom just dont forgive drugs. ❤

[@tohchiawee7799]

Thank you for showing the way forward. I wish that both stay happy and take care of each other.

[@BenCho8338]

Thank you for sharing especially the hurts and the pains. Accepting our difficult and troubled past is the first step to recovery and a new life. It is when we are weak that we become stronger!

[@mediumrareproductions1038]

Thank you Irene and Mdm Tan for sharing such a lovely video! Can't imagine what Irene must have gone through in her childhood, hope they can move forward as a family now

[@PeterLeo-m6w]

Thank U so much Irene n mum for sharing tis part of ur life with us all, it will helps many who survived dysfuntional family n yet not totally healed, wish u & mum more peace n joy going forward, God Bless!❤❤

[@keefong2017]

After a longer and painful journey, I finally see mother enjoying a meal with daugther. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@qwe2poiu]

Thank you Irene and mum for sharing. Takes a Seedly lot of courage and maturity to come forward with your stories. I’m sure the community is extremely grateful.

[@HybbFu-n5c]

It’s great that Irene Ang can share her life story. She’s an inspiration!! One important thing is a lot of people say they forgive and they don’t /cannot forget. This will only make themselves continue to suffer as long as they hold on to the past. I know it is not easy but hey it is a really short life. Please don’t continue to suffer. Just forgive, forget and move on with your best foot forward. From what I see the mum is already remorseful

[@hengjohn]

I'm in awe of the amazing journey that Irene has gone through, and applaud how far she has come with her grit and hard work. I also admire the bravery of both mother and daughter to come forth and publicly share their difficult and painful past.

[@megantan89]

Thank you for sharing your story with us ❤ Irene, you’re such a strong person! Irene & mama Tan加油！All the best to both of you 🎉

[@carmen7559]

Thank you Irene for sharing your story. Intergenerational trauma should be talked about more often because we are unknowing victims to our parents' words and actions. The worst kind would weaponise filial piety against you and emotionally blackmail you. "I raised you until so big and this is how you treat me? You need to take care of us also"

[@yoyoamgamg6179]

Thk you for making this interview. It is an excellent to share personal experiences on the impact of drugs and trauma. It is extremely brave of Irene who is a public figure to open up her past and experience. It is a long recovery process and it very brave of her choose to forgive. Thank you for making this video

[@jes7798]

Thank you, Ms Irene Ang and her mother for sharing their story. You both are strong women.❤❤❤

[@toyoyoyo104]

I like Irene a lot. Hope to see her on TV more often.

[@actstasi]

Love the lesson on forgiveness here. Thank you for sharing, Irene.

[@maryngshwuling9916]

Thanks Irene for being an inspiration to many 🌻

[@mayfoo7258]

You deserve all the respect Irene. Indeed you & family have defied the evil powers and you are Victorious

[@MsJuju472]

wow, it’s really never easy to take that leap forward and share what your family had went through especially with drugs and family violence. I think your mum is great mum but her situation doesn’t allow that to happen. Husband gave her so much problems at home leading to problems after problems and your mum doesn’t know how to handle all these and resulted in taking drugs to avoid all these real problems at home. Now, having to reflect back her life , she definitely felt full of guilt and remorse to not be able to love her children to right way and raise her kids well. Glad that Irene made it as a successful person in life and now mending the relationship with mum. kudos to you! ❤

[@paulinewong5906]

True, forgive is the way to move on. Irene, u are a strong woman n a survivor. ❤

[@braddleyhobo5036]

totally agree with you when you say you choose to forgive so you can live your own full life. the best win out of an already lost scenario

[@SenecaWan]

the visual storytelling is amazing, brink of cryING 😭❤️

[@AndersonTan-o1o]

Love you Irene. Wishing you peace health and good people around you always. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@bambi733690]

Thank you, Irene & Mdm Tan for your heartfelt sharing.

[@lindaleong2552]

Irene, i admire how you have gone through so much and be what you are today. My childhood was quite similar with yours but without the drugs problem. The violence faced stayed forever.

[@twz8213]

SAY NO TO DRUGS

[@oenrob98000]

The burden that some parents put on their children is just horrible...but oftentimes we don't realise they (the parents) also have their own nightmare to deal with. May we all live a happier and sunnier life once we leave the past behind 💖💖💖

[@AdrianNgHK]

It's a mystery of divine grace that somehow those things that 'no child should have to go through' is probably what makes Irene such a resilent and strong woman. God bless both women.

[@fauxvier8519]

These videos really help broaden what life is all about so thanks a lot!

[@fabchan25]

Amazing stregth and character you have, Irene. Really admirable that you have the courage and magnanimosity to forgive your mother after going through that horrible childhood. As a victim of child abuse myself, not only did i find it impossible to forgive my father. i can’t forgive my mother either, who although never laid a hand on me, had taken my father’s side throughout and ignored my cries for her when the beatings became unbearable. I also felt my family had no love and it shaped how I grew up, and influenced my life completely. Hated my life,but somehow managed to make it work. now the old folks are trying to be nice to me again but I am shutting them out because I am focusing on my wonderful fam which I am making 200% sure my child never had to experience and of the trauma I went through.

[@earthtrippersuz]

Irene you done yourself proud. So brave and you continue to inspire by coming with your background and what you went thru tog with your mum. You can be a strong voice and advocate for so many youth from similar situations. Recently keep hearing of drug abusers and they getting younger with age with drugs no longer out of reach infact easier with telegram internet etc these days. I can't help but feel the authorities are not doing enough! Please continue to share and educate. Dear Producer you have the power and means and did good. Please keep it up! Thank you for your good works and amplify their stories to inspire more.

[@stargazeronesixseven]

😮🙏 We all have our past memories of our childhood , schooling era & working lives' experiences that were pleasant & challenging! Thank You So Much Irene Ang & dear Mother for sharing their past memories to educate others that , we all have our own struggles to be where we are today & to pay it forward by being a Better Person & be Responsible Citizens to our Respective Countries & to make our communities more Safer , Healthier , Easier to Manage & Happier Life for all of us! Learning from our past mistakes of being slaves to addictive & demonic alcohol & drugs that only making small problems Bigger , we should encourage Healthier Lifestyles & to take baby steps to face & to solve our problems one by one in our capacities. Say Sincere Sorry for our past wrong actions & be Thankful & be Grateful for the Valuable Life Experiences , Insights & Hindsights & Foresights gained & to Forgive Them & to Our Selves as we didn't have these much Life Experiences & Insights back then! 🙏 It is Precious & Magical Opportunity to be abled to share our Human lives in this juncture of Space-Time before our Unions face their eventual respective Dissolutions in due Time & Space! ... We must cultivate & accumulate more Good Merits & Wisdom now so as to be Ascended to Higher Realms in our next lives! 😊🙏🌷🌿🕯🌍✌💜🕊🇸🇬🇲🇾🇨🇦

[@TC-eb7kk]

Auntie ah, I miss your legendary fabulous chicken wings at fry bistro. Good to see you still looking cute and pretty as last time. Take care and best of health. Healing together as a family is always better late than never. All the best to your family and Irene.

[@StarrySunnie]

Thank you very much, OGS🙏🏽🙇🏻‍♀️ Commendable to Ms. Irene Ang 🙌🙌

[@soofeiwong556]

Thanks for sharing Irene. Hope all is well now

[@amk577]

I feel yr pain... Thank God we r adults now...but we r still screwed by the past.

[@wonderfulfable]

And sometimes, the children have to pay for the mistakes of the past made by their own parents. It should not be an inherited generational trauma.

[@onghc5892]

Thanks for sharing story. Felt happy for both of you. Wish you and your mum all the best.

[@weimingyap9382]

It’s unimaginable what Irene had gone through! Luv her to bits ❤

[@lausamantha759]

Irene, I feel you, emotional scars are the ones that caused us most trauma and hardest to let go especially when they occurred when we are kids . The hurt caused by my relatives stays with me even now, when Im 40+, I will never forgive them

[@theturningstar]

Sounds very much like my relationship with my mom... forgive is easy but forget is difficult, try...

[@myeongwol]

Hugs to everyone who is struggling with conflicts 😢

[@suriaprebavaratharajoo6866]

Tq for sharing your story, painful as it was Yr mom and you were brave as this real life advice and recount will save so many ppl who are looking for a solution in drugs. Tq for educating us to choose better. Much love to you and yr mom ❤

[@MayMay-wr6pn]

I am happy for you, the reconciliation is so good. I don't think my mom and I could be like this ever.

[@instinctzingjj8266]

I am actually quite proud of Irene because she can rebel and follow the same footsteps like her Mother but she didn't and she became successful. She prove to many of us that being in a broken family doesn't necessary lead you to be astray. You can change your life and make it a better one. I am happy that Irene have forgive her Mother and reconcile with her, may God bless you and your family

[@izzadibrahim5182]

Tough watch. So much admiration for you Irene. Hugs

[@alvingoh8469]

This cuts me deep. Props to Ms Irene and mom. Don't think i can forgive my dad ever. He still holds the boomer thoughts that he's the parent, nothing he does to the children are ever wrong. Children are expected to forgive their parents no matter what. Children are his retirement plan.

[@YoojinKim-gt5fj]

I can relate to the drug addicted mother & all her regrets bc I was also a drug addict with kids & there's so much regret 😢. Now I'm sober & I made ammends with my daughters thank God. AMEN ❤️ 🙏 😊

[@bhadrinath4191]

God bless you . Well done and I am so proud of you .

[@simbeekuan4056]

Irene...very proud of you that despite the hard life that you went through, you still grew up to be successful.

[@ST-sk1ew]

its not easy to share these stories, grateful for ogs, irene and family for sharing their painful experiences

[@judymckee5992]

You are right Irene, forgiveness sets u free and thrive in everything u do.

[@allenlim9634]

I learnt years ago...children are sometimes sent by God to help their parents. Hence stopped asking why but show daily gratitude for what I have left ....this gives hooe and hope floats. :)

[@owjianbang01]

Thank you for your forgiveness Irene 🙏🏻 God bless 🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@archerlistic]

Such strength to reveal yourself to everyone in sg about your personal life.

[@myeongwol]

Kudos to Irene that she herself was not influenced to take drugs... What she needs now is an apology from her parents... I hope she would find the peace she yearned for...

[@bulkyevee]

Most times, tough situations build tough people. Not being able to shed a tear says a lot about how much Irene has gone through. The rainbow after the rain is that despite her mum not taking care of her while she was young, at least her mum is sober for many years and counting. The hurt cannot be forgotten but love can renew relationships.

[@Pepperish3]

Ouh, dear. I am bawling now. I felt for Irene and her siblings going thru childhood, growing up lacking parental love. There is a Christian video said, children who have a bad childhood or experience adversity in younger life. In fact, they grew up even great people and resilient in their adult life. They have seen the worst result of drug caused to a family. They have real-life experience, and they able to overcome and became stronger in adult life. And I see in Irene herself. ❤ 👍🏻 Cheer Up

[@melginger3794]

Thank you Irene.

[@hyzlle]

Can someone please send this to my grandmother.

[@Grace-cy5wb]

Thank God that your Mum has changed, and now, you can talk to her, and hug her. What's past is past. Do treasure her. She is a nice woman. :)

[@tagbee51]

I luv Irene Ang ..the best.😊

[@LaiChingLeong-p6i]

I have newfound admiration for Irene ❤

[@fishygal53]

:( my parents are not that great but theyre not bad or evil. My dad too didnt treat my mother that well.. often (when i was young) he would say he will take another wife or he would say he will send my mother back to her parents house. These words must have hurt her so much. I am the only daughter and my mother treated me badly since i was a kid and my brothers better much much better. I cldnt figure out why male children get better treatment. As i grew older and hear about childhood trauma… i realised my parents are both victims. My father grew up in a single parent household with 9 siblings. Thus my father motto is as long as we dont trouble him with our troubles. Everyone is struggling. My mother being eldest daughter had to help out around the house and her 7 younger siblings. So she saw me and wanted me go through what she went through - hardship. Both gave up their childhood, their school life and entered the workforce at an early age and both of them want us to go through it like them. It was strange to me but i have accepted it. Usually parents want their kids to live better lives. Now i take care of my parents 😊 my brothers married and left the house.

[@po853]

Strong woman!!!!!!

[@spanishjo4282]

God loves you!

[@kpang2295]

WOW the best mom of the world !