Dear readers, have you ever had a time torn between career and family? Today, I would like to share with you a real experience of my own, which may give you some inspiration.
My name is Li Wen and I am a 32-year-old professional woman. Since I was a child, I have had a lifelong longing for a happy family. After graduating from college, I married my boyfriend Zhang Lei, who had been in love for many years, and we weaved a bright future together. However, life is not always smooth sailing.
Although Zhang Lei is a good person, he has some traditional patriarchal ideas in his concept, believing that his wife should put the family first. At the time, I was blinded by love and didn't realize it. Although our married life is stable, there are undercurrents. Especially in recent years, Zhang Lei's parents have gradually weakened and need to be taken care of.
Just two days ago, when I got home from work, I received a call from Zhang Lei. He told me in a serious tone that my mother-in-law's health was deteriorating and that we had to have someone quit their job and focus on taking care of her. As soon as I heard this, a complex emotion surged in my heart. For me, work is not only a source of income, but also an important way for me to realize my self-worth. If I quit like that, I would feel like my life had lost its direction.
However, on the other hand, I am also well aware that it is the responsibility of my children to take care of my mother-in-law. My mother-in-law's physical condition really needs to be taken care of, and I can't ignore it. I began to struggle with my career and family, and I was in pain.
Zhang Lei's attitude is very resolute, he thinks that my work is not so important, and I can quit my job to take care of my mother-in-law at home. His insistence left me in deep perplexity. I am an independent woman who has had my own career dreams since I was a child. If I give up like this, I will feel that all my efforts and efforts have been in vain.
After a long period of thinking and weighing, I finally made the difficult decision to quit my job and start focusing on taking care of my mother-in-law at home. At that moment, I stood at my desk, looking at those familiar documents and supplies, and my heart was filled with endless melancholy. I knew that was the end of my career.
After quitting my job, I threw myself wholeheartedly into my family life. However, Zhang Lei's attitude made me feel disappointed and angry. He didn't seem to really understand my dedication and sacrifice, and instead took my resignation for granted. I began to wonder if our marriage could go on.
After a period of reflection and communication, I gradually understood my inner needs. What I need is Zhang Lei's respect and understanding, not his indifference and contempt. I began to communicate openly with him about my feelings and thoughts, hoping that he would truly recognize my value and dedication.
Although our marriage journey is still full of challenges and difficulties, I believe that as long as we respect and understand each other, we will be able to overcome the difficulties together and create a better future.
Dear readers, have you had a similar experience, and how do you make trade-offs when faced with the choice between career and family? Share your stories and thoughts with me, and let's explore how to better balance career and family.