A couple saying goodbye to their daughter moving to the other side of the world has left the internet teary-eyed.
Hannah Frances (@hannahfrances___), who moved from the U.K. to Australia, shared heartwarming footage from the train of her parents waving her off at the platform, garnering 773,900 likes and 4.6 million views on TikTok.
“POV: You’re catching a one way flight to the other side of the world tomorrow and can’t stop crying at this video of your parents waving you off,” she wrote as the text overlaid on the heartfelt scene.
In the video, Frances’ mom waves her daughter off, visibly upset, as her dad chases after the train smiling as she goes on her way.
“If you saw me crying in the airport, no you didn’t,” she suitably captioned the post.
The trend of young adults making life-changing moves to places like Australia is growing, fueled by opportunities for work, study, and adventure.
As Australian Property Update reports, the country remains one of the most popular choices for those looking to make a big move, with millennials driving this trend.
The report highlights that favorable job markets, desirable climates, and unique travel experiences are among the top reasons young people are drawn to this new lifestyle, with many choosing cities like Sydney, Melbourne, and Brisbane as their new homes.
For those preparing for a similar move, experts offer a range of strategies for easing the emotional impact of leaving family and friends behind.
Building a supportive community abroad, whether through expat groups, online meetups, or shared hobbies, can provide a sense of belonging in a new country.
Stock image of a woman leaving on train. The emotional send-off left the internet teary-eyed.
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TikTok users were overcome with emotion and shared similar experiences with sad send-offs.
“When I left for Aotearoa my dad cried, first time in my life I’d seen him cry and it broke my heart, I cried all the way from Newcastle to Heathrow. I think he knew I wouldn’t be back,” said Jeni.
“Your mom is watching every single version of you leave. You as a baby, a toddler, adolescent, teen— you can see it all replaying for her as you pull off,” said another viewer.
“Now I can’t stop crying, your mum’s face is just the raw emotion of a mother in pain. I wish you wonderful travels but please phone your mum and dad often,” said Rosemary.
“May your homesick tears water the seed of your dream,” said Malo.
Newsweek reached out to @hannahfrances___ for comment via TikTok. We could not verify the details of the case.
