A young Dominican woman living in the United States has captured the attention of TikTok users with an emotional video detailing the hardships of residing in the country. In the video, the user @cherlinanunez shares her experience through tears, questioning the allure of moving to America. "I know not everyone has the same experience in the United States, but why would you want to come to this country?" she begins, speaking from her car—a moment of solace amid the daily pressures.
She starkly outlines the reality faced by many immigrants: "You work just to pay rent, pay for a car. This is the reality for many." She also laments how work demands can strain relationships, stating, "If you have a partner here in the United States, you're not even happy because you're always working. There's no time for the relationship."
The video, which has garnered thousands of comments and reactions, ends with a poignant message about the loneliness she has encountered in America. "If you've never felt lonely, here you'll feel alone every day. There's no one to support you," the visibly affected young woman expresses.
The post has sparked a debate on social media, with some users echoing her sentiments and sharing similar experiences, while others encourage her to return to the Dominican Republic. Comments range from acknowledging the relentless cycle of work and bills—"It's true, there's no one for anyone, even though good people appear, life is all about working and paying bills, leading to insomnia and more"—to offering a different perspective: "You're right, not everyone has the same experience. I wake up happily at 4 AM to work because I have goals, and working towards them makes me happy. Find a purpose, and you'll see everything differently," and "The habits of this country have nothing to do with us Latinos; if you don't adapt, sadness consumes you," said some users.