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This is a very bizarre story. Not everyone has the inclination to develop connections, nor should they. Not everyone is motivated by more "practical" careers.
by fouc 8y ago
This is a very bizarre story.
Not everyone has the inclination to develop connections, nor should they.
Not everyone is motivated by more "practical" careers.
The truth is if she had a chance to repeat her life, she'd probably still choose to pursue her literary dreams.
She made the decision multiple times in her life to focus on other things besides connections or going for some "practical" career. She knew there would be different opportunities/costs regardless of the direction she chose.
It doesn't make a whole lot of sense to suddenly feel bitter regret about this. That's just hypocritical.
- mafro 8y agoHave you never regretted decisions made?
- fouc 8y agoAll the time :)
- DoreenMichele 8y agoHer closing remarks indicate it doesn't matter what choice she makes, she will have regrets. The end of the piece indicates it is systemic, a damned if you do, damned if you don't situation that shouldn't exist. It also describes a situation where the system sets you up for failure, then blames you when you fail. They disappear people in China for criticizing the government. This strikes me as a left-handed critique of China, hopefully one that won't come back to bite the author.
- helloindia 8y agoMy thoughts went the same way. I hope this article doesn't cause problem for the Author's parents back home.