A Cuban resident in the United States went viral on TikTok after responding to the criticism she receives for living in a trailer and maintaining customs that some users say reflect "poverty."
In a video posted on her account, the young woman explained that, although most of the comments she receives are positive, there is always someone who tries to discredit her with phrases like, "when you escape poverty, but poverty doesn't escape you."
Far from being upset, the Cuban responded with a reflection that has generated thousands of reactions on the social network.
"If I continue to be poor, the only difference is that now I live in a developed country. Even the poor can live with dignity, where at least we can have basic necessities like water, electricity, and food," he expressed.
The content creator explained that for many people, living in a trailer house is already synonymous with precariousness. However, she affirmed that her lifestyle reflects more of her rural roots than an economic situation.
According to what he shared, he enjoys cooking over a wood fire, planting in the backyard, and preparing meals outdoors—activities that remind him of his childhood in the Cuban countryside.
"For many people, living in a trailer is already synonymous with poverty. Moreover, you cook on a wood stove and grow things in your yard, which makes them look at you as if you were more humble. No, I'm just a Cuban from the countryside who does things that remind me of my childhood," she stated.
The young woman insisted that for her, those activities do not represent shortcomings, but rather cultural identity and memories.
"Lighting a fire, planting, cooking outdoors... for me, that's not poverty; it's culture, it's memory, and it's life," he said.
In his final message, he made it clear that he will continue to live as he likes, without worrying about the opinions of those who criticize his way of life.
"I'm going to keep doing what I love because I don't live for appearances. I live my life without worrying about others," he concluded.
The video has sparked debate on social media regarding the stereotypes associated with poverty and how many Cuban migrants continue to embrace rural customs even after settling in other countries.
Filed under: