To tender or not to tender? I had several discussions with hubby and we never reached a conclusion until my body decided I had enough and sent me resting.

We are going to start a fresh IVF cycle soon. I’ve already delayed it twice and I think I am ready to try again.

What are our priorities now? Can we afford a year for me to be off work? Do I need the additional stress from work?

It all became clear when I was admitted to the hospital recently. Starting a family is our priority for now. Yes we can afford for me to be off work but we need to tighten our belts and no I don’t need the additional stress as it will not be worth it if I suffer a miscarriage.

I did not feel an ounce of regret. Just relieved after informing my manager of my decision. I have not been happy for a while and it had taken a toil on my physical and mental wellness.

By the way, who the hell still ask for a hard copy of the resignation letter nowadays?

Starting a family was an easy reason. Suitability of job and environment was the second reason. In reality, bad management was the actual reason.

People don’t leave bad jobs, they leave bad bosses. I’ve read countless such articles and analysed one too many training needs for leadership and manager program. This finally resonates with me.

Unfortunately, people who go on leadership and management trainings often think they do not need it because they know what they are doing.

I had opportunities to work with awesome managers in my career which I cried and apologised when I left for greener pastures.

Work is standard, people are bonuses.

This time, there will be no tears and no regrets when I step out of my current office next month.

Looking forward to being a HDB tai tai again.