Current Situation - The Source of Your Worries - Advice for Resolution
The story of Jian, a protagonist exhausted from trying to carry everything alone, who passes through a night of guilt to discover the wisdom of balance in giving and receiving help, ultimately finding true peace of mind.
Protagonist (Woman in her early 30s)
A responsible perfectionist who tends to exhaust herself. She loves her family but is currently worn out.
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An Unbearable Weight
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Another day begins, but Jian's shoulders already feel heavy as lead. The tasks ahead block her path like a massive bundle of wood. 'I have to do it all. I'm the mother, I'm the wife.' Repeating this to herself, she struggles to move the heavy load on faltering legs.
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When You Have to Let Go
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Crash. Everything she was desperately holding onto comes tumbling to the ground. As her grip loosens, she realizes: it's impossible to handle all of this alone anymore. Amidst the scattered burdens, Jian lets out a deep sigh. Her body and mind are on the verge of burnout.
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The Shadow of Guilt
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In the dead of night, while everyone else is asleep, Jian's eyes are wide open. 'Should I ask for help? Hire a professional?' But soon, a cold voice whispers in her ear. 'Everyone else manages, why can't you?', 'Isn't it a waste of money?', 'Aren't you just being selfish?'
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Formless Anxiety
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The shadows on the wall look like sharp swords, piercing her heart. But Jian, look closely. Those swords aren't real. They can't actually hurt you. They are just illusions created by your overwhelming guilt and anxiety. You are not a bad mother or a lazy wife.
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Finding Balance
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The long night passes, and morning sunlight streams in. Jian opens the window. The world doesn't run on one person's effort, but on the exchange of help. Asking someone to handle what's difficult for you and paying for that service is not something to be ashamed of. It is a fair 'balance'.
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An Investment in Yourself
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Jian gathers her courage and decides to accept a professional's help. What she offers is not just money, but a voucher for the time and energy to care for herself. Like balancing a scale, someone gains a job, and Jian gains peace of mind. It's a flow that benefits everyone.
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For a Greater Love
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Freed from her chores for a moment, a genuine smile spreads across Jian's face for the first time in a long while. She now has the energy to look her child in the eye and talk with her husband. This wise choice, made instead of succumbing to guilt, has become the warmest gift for her entire family. Now, it’s okay for you to relax a little, too.