“From Shadows to Spotlight: How a Relentless Pursuit of Truth Rescued a Depressed Mom and Transformed Her into a Fearless Journalist”
In the world of writing, every journey is laden with both triumphs and setbacks—sometimes more of the latter than the former. Have you ever found yourself grappling with the fear of starting anew, only to discover that the universe has a plan for you that’s as unpredictable as a plot twist in a bestseller? In “Three years of wins and losses as a writer,” the author takes us on a personal voyage, starting from the depths of disappointment as a stay-at-home mom amidst a pandemic to rediscovering her identity through the art of writing. With a backdrop of corporate disillusionment, she shares how a simple act of writing transformed her life, bridging the gap between despair and self-assertion. This poignant tale resonates deeply with anyone who’s navigated the turbulent seas of self-doubt and rebirth. Dive into her story—it might just reflect your own! LEARN MORE.
Three years of wins and losses as a writer
My small steps as a writer started from a major fall. I was a depressed, stay-at-home mom when I opened my account on Medium in 2021. My 15 years of corporate career evaporated during the pandemic due to a lack of daycare in Tokyo.
I couldn’t accept the reality—my career wouldn’t betray me, would it? For a long time, I believed my work would stick with me, unlike ephemeral relationships, and that was why I poured so many resources into my work. Plus, I liked working for an American healthcare company and being a star employee.
Stripped of the job I was deeply proud of, I tried everything to feel better about myself: supply chain consulting, English tutoring, translation gigs. But nothing felt right. To make things worse, I had always been a workaholic. Living my life without KPIs was a nightmare. Still in my 30s, I wasn’t ready to turn off the theme song of The Devil Wears Prada blaring in my head.
What propelled me was pursuing additional qualifications to upgrade my resume. I was determined to improve my English by writing on Medium, and that was how it started.
It’s funny that I feel more assertive and outspoken in English, perhaps because I can free myself from Japanese honorifics and…
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