Every morning, as soon as the first light breaks, my time is no longer my own. I drag myself out of bed, my body and mind still in a state of slumber, but the relentless alarm clock pushes me into the endless cycle of daily work life.
I miss the days when I could work from home, take a little break, and not have to rush out every morning. There was no need to endure the crowded traffic and the frustration of being stuck in jams.
Back then, I could stay in bed a bit longer, savor a delicious breakfast at my own pace, and then start work leisurely. Now, back in the office, I spend my days with colleagues crammed together. What’s worse, everything is getting more expensive: transportation costs, gas, parking fees, food, drinks, even using the restroom. But my salary remains meager, making it feel like I’m actually losing money by going to work!
My despair grows deeper each day. I truly don’t want to be a 9-to-6 office worker anymore. Even worse, I often have to work overtime, squeezed into crowded public transport, and by the time I get home, it’s already 10 PM. I barely have any time for myself, not even enough for a relaxing cup of coffee.
One day, I thought, if I miss working from home so much, why not try becoming a freelancer? So, I signed up on a local online teaching platform called Class One and applied to become a live-streaming teacher. To my surprise, everything went smoothly!
Now, I don’t need to leave the house and still earn a steady salary each month. This is the life I’ve always dreamed of—working from home without worrying about traffic jams, commuting costs, or transportation issues.
Honestly, I had no teaching experience at first, but this platform was incredibly supportive. They taught me everything from scratch—how to teach and handle different situations. They were truly considerate!
Although being a freelancer might seem like it pays less than an office job, when I calculated the commuting and miscellaneous expenses, I realized I’m actually better off now. I can even afford the latest iPhone without any worries.
I’m not saying everyone should quit their jobs. Everyone has their own preferences, and some people genuinely enjoy working in an office. There’s no right or wrong choice. But for me, this decision has made me much happier than my previous office days.
This is just my personal experience. I hope everyone finds a work style that suits them. Don’t be afraid to try new things—you might discover a way of life that truly makes you happy.
