"Now This Is a Flex": Young Woman Celebrates Buying Groceries for Family for 1st Time, SA Raves

"Now This Is a Flex": Young Woman Celebrates Buying Groceries for Family for 1st Time, SA Raves

  • One babe in South Africa had a proud moment as she celebrated a good deed for her family
  • The young lady showcased everything she got for her loved ones and expressed that it was her first time doing something like this
  • Social media users loved the heartwarming TikTok video, and it gained massive traction online
  • Briefly News spoke to lay counsellor and emotional support expert Astrid Daries, who shared the importance of giving back to family members

A woman has shared her elation and pride online after reaching a significant personal milestone, which captured the attention of many.

A young lady celebrated buying groceries for her family for the first time.
A young lady proudly celebrated her first time buying groceries for her family. Image: @emihle_raziya1
Source: TikTok

Woman flexes buying groceries for family 1st time

Taking to her social media account, the young lady shared how she bought groceries for her family for the very first time.

Her heartfelt posts, detailing the experience and the emotions it evoked, have touched many, highlighting the importance of financial independence and the joy of providing for loved ones.

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@emihle_raziya1 documented the occasion, sharing a video of her dancing with joy in front of her overflowing shopping cart and expressing the deep sense of accomplishment she felt. In her captions, she expressed the following:

"I'm definitely not where I want to be, but I'm super grateful. Sometimes we don't realise we are living in the life we had initially prayed for because we keep raising the bar."

The woman's milestone underscores the importance of economic empowerment and the sense of dignity it brings. Her ability to purchase groceries for her family signifies not just a financial transaction but a personal triumph over previous limitations. It represents a step towards greater self-reliance and the fulfilment of a basic need for her loved ones.

Watch the video below:

Expert on giving back to family after hard times

While speaking to Briefly News, lay counsellor and emotional support expert Astrid Daries, who shared the importance of giving back to family members by saying:

"Giving back to family members strengthens emotional bonds and nurtures mutual respect. It fosters gratitude, support, and a sense of belonging. By showing appreciation and care, we reinforce the value of family, promote emotional well-being, and create a cycle of love and generosity within the home."

SA applauds woman’s achievement

The woman's story has inspired many online, with users flooding her posts with messages of congratulations and encouragement. Many shared their own journeys towards financial independence and the profound satisfaction that comes with being able to provide for one's family.

Rosey said:

"Now this is a flex....May there be more where this comes from."

Daddysonly. Girl added:

"Been doing this since the age of 17 and gosh, proud of you stranger."

Bensoa wrote:

"One day it's gonna be me."

Elton shared:

"It will be me ka December R5k for them, cause now I’m still down."

Ithereng replied:

"Ke re Congratulations, kutlwa ?!! CONGRATULATIONS MAHN."

Metja_S shared:

"I will never forget the smile and relief on my parents' faces after filling two trolleys for them."

Ntombz commented:

"Oh, nunu. Well done! It’s truly such a fulfilling feeling. Here’s to you ticking off more things on your list."

Zandilepatience was moved:

"Definitely motivating us to appreciate the little things, Sis Mihle."
A young lady proudly celebrated her first time buying groceries for her family.
A young lady celebrated buying groceries for her family for the first time. Image: @emihle_raziya1
Source: TikTok

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Source: Briefly News

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Johana Mukandila (Human Interest Editor) Johana Tshidibi Mukandila has been a Human Interest Reporter at Briefly News since 2023. She has over four years of experience as a multimedia journalist. Johana holds a national diploma in journalism from the Cape Peninsula University Of Technology (2023). She has worked at the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees, PAICTA, BONA Magazine and Albella Music Production. She is currently furthering her education in journalism at the CPUT. She has passed a set of trainings from Google News Initiative. Reach her at [email protected]

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