The article discusses a mother's journey to redefine her work-life balance by creating her own freelance writing career. Frustrated by traditional 8-to-5 jobs that conflicted with her children's schedules, she left her stable employment to pursue greater flexibility. This decision not only allowed her to be present for her children's lives but also resulted in increased income and job satisfaction. Her experience highlights the importance of customizing one's career to align with personal values and family needs, ultimately reducing stress and enhancing life quality.
Working 8-to-5 feels standard in our society. But when school ends at 3, the latest dental appointment is at 4:30, and kids' sports games start at 5:30, it's easy to see how jobs get in life's way.
I craved more from my career than a paycheck, and a couple of PTO days, so I left my safety net to start my own business as a freelance writer.
Being present was the primary goal. But a self-made job also came with other surprises: I tripled my income, worked fewer hours, and didn't feel the 'mom guilt' of choosing between my family and the income I needed to support them.
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