Imagine having a well-paying career in a computer-related field, but feeling unfulfilled and trapped in a cubicle. One woman, tired of living her life for others, decided to pursue her passion for writing while recovering from major surgery. She even got interest from a literary agent for her children's book! 📚✨ But instead of support, her family and friends reacted with anger and ridicule, accusing her of wasting time and chasing a pipe dream. Let's dive into this dramatic tale and see what unfolds. 😮
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So, our brave writer is juggling a successful career, raising her kids, and pursuing her passion for writing, even winning awards and catching the eye of a literary agent. 🏆✨ Yet, her family and friends are anything but supportive, accusing her of wasting time and chasing a pipe dream. The only one in her corner? Her black-sheep aunt, who actually read her work and believes in her talent. 🥰 With a six-figure salary and a clear passion for writing, it's time for the naysayers to back off and let her chase her dreams. 💪✍️ Now, let's see what the internet thinks of this situation...
NTA pursuing writing dream despite family's lack of support. 📝✨
XxQueenOfSwordsXx | XxQueenOfSwordsXx
Don't let anyone dim your light. You're NTA 👏
retconbacon | retconbacon
Follow your dreams and ignore the haters! 💪🏻
mugrita | mugrita
Is the agent telling the truth? Missing details and red flags ℹ️
docgok | docgok
Passionate writer with a day job faces family backlash 😱
gemekaa | gemekaa
Debate over legitimacy of awards for unpublished manuscripts 🤔
thismakesmesaaaaad | thismakesmesaaaaad
Realistic advice for pursuing writing as a career 📝💰
PossibleCheque | PossibleCheque
Debate over feminism's relevance to woman quitting STEM for writing.
Flubber1215 | Flubber1215
Follow your dreams and ignore the naysayers! 💪🏻
floralanthracite | floralanthracite
Is it just drama or are her loved ones truly unsupportive? 🤔
woahthatsme20 | woahthatsme20
INFO: Balancing passion and responsibility as a parent. 👨🏻🎤
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Publishing 10+ books doesn't guarantee financial stability. Part-time work + writing is the sweet spot, IMO 👍
Cow_of_Doom | Cow_of_Doom
Supportive comment acknowledges family's concerns, encourages pursuit of dream 👍
SiFiWiRi | SiFiWiRi
Don't let unsupportive family and friends stop your dreams! 💪
Originalhumanbeatbox | Originalhumanbeatbox
Commenter questions OP's commitment, gets sassy reply 😎
Sahtyr | Sahtyr
Follow your dreams! 👏 Don't let anyone hold you back. 😊
HelloImSparky | HelloImSparky
Balancing writing and family is tough, but outsiders should butt out 👍
youm3ddlingkids | youm3ddlingkids
Balancing a full-time job and writing can lead to success 💪
NoLurkers | NoLurkers
Follow your passion and ignore the haters! 💪🏻
OhHeyGrrrl | OhHeyGrrrl
Don't let the haters bring you down! You go, writer! 💪
AITAthrowawayeeeee | AITAthrowawayeeeee
Follow your dreams, but have a backup plan. Good luck! 👏
Haras-Nos | Haras-Nos
Something seems fishy 🤔 Let's investigate 🔍
goatmansportsfan | goatmansportsfan
Commenter receives judgement for post, no sympathy in replies 😬
cuetheawkwardlaugh | cuetheawkwardlaugh
Is pursuing your writing dream worth risking financial stability? 🤔
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Don't let the crabs pull you back in the bucket 🤞
Enlightened_Gardener | Enlightened_Gardener
Pursue your dreams and don't let others mislead you! 👏
letsbecute | letsbecute
Follow your dreams, not others'. 👏
MechaV3 | MechaV3
Supportive comment defends pursuing writing dream despite negative feedback.
9pmlmn | 9pmlmn
Supportive comment seeks clarification and congratulates on book release 👏
umbraboy245 | umbraboy245
Believe in your writing dream, but have a backup plan 👍
cancer2009 | cancer2009
Supportive comment and friends. Keep living your best life! 👏
BreathOfLizard | BreathOfLizard
Not the a**hole for pursuing her writing dream 👏
honeytea23 | honeytea23
Follow your dreams and ignore negative opinions. 👍
Vitruvian_man21 | Vitruvian_man21
70s child reminds OP to embrace feminism and pursue happiness. 🙌
HalcyonEve | HalcyonEve
Follow your passion, success will come. Don't let others discourage you! 👏
aliceathome | aliceathome
Balancing writing and work? Commenter seeks more information 🤔
DammitEd | DammitEd
Don't let the haters bring you down! 🙌🏼 Pursue your dreams!
FurryChildren | FurryChildren
Concerns raised over OP's mental health and authenticity of story.
Yserem | Yserem
Follow your passion and don't let anyone hold you back! 👏
jajanans | jajanans
Follow your dream and forget the haters! 👏
mathhews95 | mathhews95
Follow your dreams without risking your family's finances! 👏
jaywinner | jaywinner
Follow your dreams, affordably and confidently. You got this! 👏
awekittycat | awekittycat
Follow your passion and live life to the fullest! 😊
lucyztreatz | lucyztreatz
Follow your dreams and ignore the haters! 💪
kavalejava | kavalejava
Follow your dreams, don't quit your job, and ignore naysayers! 💪
seba_make | seba_make
Follow your dreams and don't let anyone hold you back! 💪🏻
impish_admirable | impish_admirable
Encouraging comment suggests seeking professional help and refining writing skills.
Uktopsbx | Uktopsbx
When pursuing your dreams is met with resistance 🤷♀️
thewannabewriter1228 | thewannabewriter1228
Don't steal time from work, but pursuing dreams is NTA 👏
Sentrion | Sentrion
Redditors advise against being an AH in pursuing dreams 👍
babaganoosh333 | babaganoosh333
Following your passion is not selfish, it's smart 💪
MildlyCaustic | MildlyCaustic
Follow your dreams and ignore the haters 💪🏻
DreadCoder | DreadCoder
Chase your dreams and seek professional help for family relationships. 👍
Same_0ld | Same_0ld
You go, girl! 🙌 Not the a**hole in this situation.
JuicyMellonMan5 | JuicyMellonMan5
Follow your dreams and forget the haters 👊
punkisnotded | punkisnotded
Balancing dreams and expectations can be tough 😔
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Clarification needed: Is violence being wrongly accused in this story?
garbagepail69 | garbagepail69
Curious about husband's opinion on writer's work 🤔
wxguy215 | wxguy215
Commenter shows support for writer amidst opposition. 👏
wolf0fcanada | wolf0fcanada
Follow your dreams and network with peers to succeed! 👏
C_Alex_author | C_Alex_author
Overcoming unsupportive friends and family to pursue your dreams 💪
socialjusticecleric7 | socialjusticecleric7
Follow your dreams and ignore the naysayers. 👍
Suchboss1136 | Suchboss1136
Follow your dreams and forget the haters! 👏
ilikechopin08 | ilikechopin08
Realistic advice for pursuing writing dream, keep options open 👍
HockeySphincter | HockeySphincter
Living your dream is badass! Don't let anyone dim your shine! 💪
PaperTowelWarrior | PaperTowelWarrior
Encouraging comment, inspiring others to pursue their dreams 🙌
SL8Rgirl | SL8Rgirl
Commenter accuses writer of smugness and bragging about success.
t3h_PaNgOl1n_oF_d00m | t3h_PaNgOl1n_oF_d00m
Find your tribe of fellow writers for support and understanding! 👏
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