However, the story of the daughter TikToker with the nickname Pun has made the online community, especially the gaming brothers, “green with envy” due to the warmth and understanding of her mother.
The Adorable “Negotiation” and the Surprising Outcome
Recently, a short clip posted on Pun’s TikTok account, which has millions of followers, quickly went viral and attracted millions of views. In the clip, Pun recorded the moment she was doing “mukbang” with home-cooked food. She did not hesitate to “whine” to her mom for money to buy a game skin after finishing her plate of vegetables.
What’s noteworthy is the way the girl made her request and her mother’s reaction, which created a delightful surprise. Instead of refusing or scolding, Pun’s mother quickly agreed, ready to spend 2.5 million for her daughter.
This moment melted the hearts of the online community due to the adorableness of the mother-daughter duo. Many expressed admiration for the mother’s clever and understanding parenting style. She not only fulfilled her child’s wish but also encouraged her to develop healthy eating habits – something many parents struggle with.
The Gaming Brothers “Green with Envy”: “I Wish I Had a Mom Like That!”
Immediately, the clip became a hot topic in the gaming community. A slew of comments expressing “envy” appeared. Many shared their “tragic” stories of asking for money to buy skins: from being scolded, being seen as “futile”, to having to work extra to save up little by little.
“If my mom were like this, I’d eat a whole basket of vegetables every day!”;
“2.5 million for just a plate of vegetables? What a bargain! I wish I could be like Pun”;
“This is the way to ask for money for game skins that I need to learn. Healthy and profitable!”…
Additionally, for those who may not know, Pun once had to see a doctor due to malnutrition and not eating well. “It’s a true story but sounds like a joke. Perhaps I am the first mukbang creator in Vietnam to have to see a nutritionist for not being able to eat” – Pun admitted. She went for a check-up when she showed several unhealthy symptoms like losing weight, not being able to eat as much as before; for instance, she used to finish a bowl of noodles, but now she can only eat half and feel full… Pun revealed she only weighs about 35 – 36 kg. She lacked various vitamins and nutrients, and the doctor concluded she was severely malnourished.
The story of Pun and her mother showcases a positive perspective on the relationship between parents and children. Understanding and supporting a child’s interests, even if it’s gaming, does not mean spoiling them unconditionally. On the contrary, it can be an opportunity for parents to weave in small lessons and positive conditions, helping their children develop more holistically.