Jeremy Kiuna has spoken openly about how the deep affection he received from his family shaped his confidence and later led to a sense of entitlement that he is now actively working to unlearn. The conversation came up during a heartfelt family video featuring Reverend Kathy Kiuna and her children Vanessa, Stephanie and Jeremy, where they reflected on family, faith and personal journeys.
The preacher expressed her joy at sitting down with her children, especially with Stephanie, the middle child, who had been away for nearly seven years due to visa challenges. Stephanie shared that missing her father’s burial remains one of her deepest pains. She spoke about the values instilled by her parents, noting that her father emphasized unity and discouraged sibling conflict, grounding the family in faith and togetherness.
Reverend Kathy praised her children for being strong role models despite their individual struggles. She reflected on her late husband’s influence, describing him as a devoted family man who shaped their lives and values. She also acknowledged the different personalities of her children, speaking candidly about their strengths and flaws.
Jeremy shared that his father once sent him to the United States to help him grow into a responsible young man. Living away from his immediate family forced him to mature and see life differently. He also opened up about growing up with a disability and how that experience shaped his emotional world.
He explained that his mother became a strong emotional safe space, often overcompensating with love and protection. Jeremy recalled a childhood moment when other children questioned his walker, leading him to ask his mother why he was different. Her reassurance played a key role in building his confidence and helping him feel accepted and valued.
Over time, however, Jeremy said that constant cushioning made him feel invincible. He admitted that the intense love and protection created an “on top of the world” mindset that later translated into entitlement. He said it took years to recognize this pattern, adding that he only fully acknowledged his differences and emotional gaps at the age of 19.
Jeremy revealed that his partner Stephanie has been instrumental in helping him see himself more clearly. He credited her with teaching him emotional awareness and empathy, noting that her ability to understand and hold space for other people’s feelings challenged him to grow. Since they started dating in 2024, he made a conscious decision to work on his emotional regulation and personal accountability.
He expressed gratitude to his fiancée, saying she helped him view his mother and family dynamics in a new light. Jeremy emphasized that his journey is ongoing but affirmed that he is changing, learning and becoming more grounded. His reflections highlighted the balance between love and independence, and how self awareness can transform even deeply rooted behaviors.
