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A Parent's thoughts on time vs money

As a parent, I want to give the best to my children. And as much as I could, to provide them with the opportunities and exposures. Undoubtedly, money gives one a higher chance of accessing resources, beneficial to giving my kids a head start in future. With this belief, I persevered in my current job, where I spend about 30% of my time out of the country, away from my young children. 

With the money I get out of my job, I outsourced childcare to childcare centres (so that I can continue working). When I am overseas, my partner looks after the kids at night, outsourcing childcare to TV when it becomes unmanageable. 

Have my kids benefited from the my fruit of labor at work (aka money)?

What have I benefited from the relentless work?

Is the cash gained from this job really worth the sacrifice?

If I derive joy from joy from my job, gain valuable experience, perhaps it's worth it. But, what if the job just becomes a transaction between time and money?

I'm leaving my current job, without plans for next. To many, they may say it's an irresponsible plan for a parent. But to me, this is one of the most responsible thing I'm going to do for my children.
While this is the first time since after graduation when I live without a pay, I have enough buffer. Living frugally, this could last me some time. 









 

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  1. That's a very brave move.

    I'm sure you have pondered it a lot of considerations and the opportunity costs but I would say your true answer. Only you and your spouse could decide if that's the right move. And you have my support too :)

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  2. Salute you for your move! Nobody can say you're irresponsible if you know you have enough to get by!

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  3. I can just tell you from my experience . I resigned 10 years ago leaving a comfort zone at a stat board without a job. I want to have more time and be self employed. But I struggled for 9 months without pay until I found a nobleman to help in my goal. 10 years later I am still self employed and achieve my personal goals.

    I wish you all the best and believe in yourself.

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    1. Hi Victor, thank you so much for the encouragement!
      Hopefully, I will be like you in time to come!

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