What was most inspiring or relatable in "They Love You Until You Start Thinking for Yourself" by Monica Omorodion Swaida

[Melisa Jane]

This is a discussion topic for the February 2025 Book of the Month, "They Love You Until You Start Thinking for Yourself" by Monica Omorodion Swaida.

What was most inspiring or relatable in "They Love You Until You Start Thinking for Yourself" by Monica Omorodion Swaida?

[Lorna Walters 1]

What I found inspiring and relatable was the importance Monica's parents had for education and how they instilled this in their children. It was evident that Monica placed great value on education as she was determined to go to college and university, and completed her education even while enduring challenges. I come from a family, too, that valued education and it was seen as the vehicle for upward social mobility. I remember we used to say a memory gem in primary school:
"Labor for learning before you grow old,
For learning is better than silver or gold
Silver and gold will vanish away
But a good education will never decay."