URGENT UPDATE: A Seattle family’s unique household rule has sparked a viral sensation on TikTok, racking up over 730,000 views in just hours. In a post that blends humor with family dynamics, 22-year-old Sanjita Rishikesan revealed her parents’ unexpected demand for their children to engage with shared social media content—no matter how busy they are.
In her TikTok video, Sanjita (@iluvturtlezzz) participated in the popular trend “Sometimes you just have to read your…texts and move on with your day.” However, the text that caught her attention was not from a friend but from her mother, Karpagam Lakshminarasimhan. The on-screen caption humorously stated: “Sometimes you gotta read your mom’s texts and just move on with your day.”
The message from Karpagam, a self-proclaimed easygoing parent, laid out a surprising household rule: both Sanjita and her 17-year-old brother Srikar must watch the humorous reels their parents send and respond—at least with an emoji. “You have to watch it at the earliest available free time,” the text emphasized, highlighting the rarity of their parents sharing content.
Sanjita explained that her parents, aged 50 and 54, only share videos they find genuinely amusing or significant. She remarked, “They mostly send dog reels and funny family reels, mostly talking about how easily I get annoyed.” This unexpected rule led to a mix of disbelief and laughter from Sanjita, who quickly shared her experience with friends.
The post has resonated widely, with TikTok users chiming in with their thoughts. Comments flooded in, with one user, identifying as a “desi psychologist,” noting, “It’s called a bid for connection—they want to share what they find interesting and hope you do too! It’s a way to build relationships and connect with others.” Another user humorously added, “As a mom, I approve this message.”
Sanjita’s relatable experience has struck a chord with many, prompting discussions about parental engagement in the digital age. “To everyone telling me to respond to the reels, I have been responding,” she assured viewers, “at least with an emoji!”
This viral moment encapsulates the evolving dynamics of family communication in the digital era, where parents are not just on the sidelines but are actively engaging with their children’s online worlds. The Rishikesan family’s story serves as a reminder of how humor and connection can bridge generational gaps, even in the age of constant digital distractions.
As the trend continues to unfold, many are left wondering how other families handle similar situations and whether they, too, have unique rules that embrace or challenge the digital culture. Keep an eye on this story as it develops, and join the conversation around the new norms of family interactions in our tech-driven society.
