Thank you for your thoughtful questions and for engaging so deeply with my story in my book ( Can we talk ). Many of you have asked if, given the hardships I’ve faced, I regret moving to Canada. It is a complex question that deserves a clear answer.
In my book, I shared the pain of trusting my ex-husband’s promise of a shared future, only to be told that if I couldn't find work, I should return to Iran alone. To be left behind after years of building a life—especially during a period of illness and job loss—was a profound betrayal of that initial trust.
However, it is important to distinguish between the regret of a personal relationship and my commitment to my life here. While I have faced long-term discrimination and a toxic environment that authorities have yet to fully address, I am not willing to leave.
I have spent decades in Canada. This is where I have stood up for my rights and where I continue to demand the dignity and professional respect I deserve. My journey is no longer about the person who brought me here; it is about the person I have become while staying here. I am staying to see my fight for justice through and to ensure that the time I have invested in this country is honored.
I hope this clarifies my perspective and helps you understand the strength behind my decision to stay.
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