Why I quit my 6-figure job to become a stay at home mom (SAHM)
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- Hi guys! In this video I will tell you why I quit my 6-figure job to become a stay at home mom (SAHM).
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Such a heartwarming video. I live in SoCal for about 22 years now. I am from the Philippines, came here when I am 21. Being a MOM is THE MOST rewarding job ever. You being a lawyer will be second. I am 43 now and looking back I don’t remember my 30s as My kids were younger then (now 8 and 14). I am a critical care nurse. My job is rewarding but being a Mom tops it. I have no inclination of getting a higher education (taking up masters and PhD) because my job is not my life. My kids are my life. I work 3 days a week and hang out with my kids 4 days a week. I cherish every vacation we take. I love the fact that my kids pick our vacation spot every year, and our vacation centers around them. I found you when I was researching about Korea ( we went to Japan and Korea last June.) without you knowing, you have impacted my life. You are in your 30s and you have good memories of it and recorded it. Life is short, you do the very thing that makes you happy. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, thank you for your kind words! I’m glad you found my videos helpful and I hope you enjoy your trip to Korea! That is so amazing that you have found a balance between work and kids with your schedule! I think that part time work would be ideal and the best of both worlds. You are so right, being a mom is the best and most rewarding job ever and that’s precisely how I felt when I decided to take time off. Nothing could be more fulfilling! (But wow, being a critical care nurse... that is also such important work that you do). ❤️
You truly are a super mom -
Aww, I love this message so much!! I actually, wrote down a lot of the things you said in here and saved them because they are so inspiring. I wish when I'm in my 40s, which is in 4 years, I will be able to say similar things about raising my child. I feel like I an relate to you because I work in healthcare too. Although not ICU, I deal with sick people everyday. Thanks for sharing your thoughts and experience!!
how are you stay at home when you work on TH-cam that's a online job. your so called stay at home wives be lying. it's call an online job this TH-cam blogging thing.
I gave up my nursing career to be a stay at home mom with our first born (he's now 15 months old) and it has been such a huge struggle learning my new identity and purpose. This video is just what I needed to watch in this difficult yet most rewarding season!! Thank you so much!
Hey, that’s not too long at all! I think that you do lose some status by taking time off but there’s nothing to can do to get back that time with your kid.
how are you stay at home when you work on TH-cam that's a online job. your so called stay at home wives be lying. it's call an online job this TH-cam blogging thing.
You made the right choice for you and your family. I never regretted my decision to pause work to raise my three children. No one on their death bed ever said I wish I spent more time at the office.
So true.
“Working would be a vacation compared to raising kids.”
As a SAHM that’s homeschools her kids, thanks for those words!!
Such a sincere video. I’m 33, not married and no kids...but I can completely understand your life choices. I know that your girls will appreciate every moment you spend with them for the rest of their lives. I’m also from SoCal but currently live in SF. I visited SK two years ago and LOVED it! Definitely want to go back some day.
I can’t remember how I found you on TH-cam, but I know you’re one of the genuine ones. Keep on keepin’ on =].
Hi Lorena! Thank you for your comment and kind words! I love the Bay Area! I’m glad you enjoyed your trip to SK & thank you for watching my channel!
EVERY word that you spoke in this video have touched my heart. I am myself struggling with a career with my toddler and will be quitting this month. I look up to you for encouragement. thanks
You are so welcome!
Same for me right now. Thank you!
Mee too I'm made a decision after watching your video your story is so inspiring me and I'm literally struggling with my current job and 2 kids
I'm Julia, I'm 16 years old and I'm from Germany. I'm closely done with school because I'm in year 11 now and there are 12 years in total.
I really like that you want your kids to be towards the different people from different countries cause I have parents that are not as accepting towards others than I am. They judge cause of my interest for Asian countries like Japan and Korea.
My biggest dream for the future is to travel to Japan and Korea because I really wanna see all of the country's beauty trough my own eyes.🇯🇵🇰🇷💕
But I'm really thankful your making these awesome videos that really make my day. 💕And I really need videos like this cause I really struggle with myself a lot
Love Julia
Hi Julia! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching my videos. I think everybody has certain prejudices, but the more we meet people who are different from ourselves, become friends, & travel, the world becomes a smaller place and we are not so different. I think we are all looking for happiness, love, and acceptance. I'm so happy that you are open minded. I hope you can visit Korea and Japan someday! It's so different from Europe but the big cities all over the world can be similar in many ways. 😀
I enjoyed your video! I'm a new mom and totally feel every word you said in this video. Wish I could quit my six figure job too, but fears prevent me from making the leap. I am depressed everyday at work. Thank you for inspiring me!
Thank you, Leah! I took 6 years off and I'm gearing up to go back to work this year. It's really scary to take the leap. Even though it's going to be hard to get back into the work force, I don't regret it.
I feel like I could have written this...I feel the same about motherhood. Its so good to hear someone say what I feel as a mother!
Thank you for your words of wisdom. It was something insightful and to reflect to.
Thank you!!! I totally understand how you feel. I am a full time Obstetrician/Gynecologist and I have an almost 16 month old. I took 8 weeks off maternity leave however I was ready to go back at 6 weeks because I became “bored” and I feel like I had no goals. But I felt so much mom guilt going back. Thank God my mom who cared for my son at home for the first year but I still wanted to be there and make a lot of decisions for him...such as sleep schedule, feedings, etc etc but I couldn’t because I was at work full time. A few months ago I decided to become a hospitalist (working in the hospital only) which would provide more balance and time with my family. It was a tough decision because it sorts of limits my scope of practice but I have a strong pull to the home and when I wake up in the morning and go to work I am just thinking about how I can be done my work faster and get home sooner. I understand how you feel regarding colleagues and friends however I feel like I have spent most of my young adult life doing things like others and how I am expected to do things in regards to my career but I feel like now it’s time to live my life for me and my family. My job is a mom means so much more to me than my job as a doctor (even I spent years of training to become one). I take so much pride in being a mom and being there for my family.
You must have put in so much work to become a doctor with school + residency and on top of that, a huge financial commitment. I can't imagine becoming a stay at home mom after becoming a physician! I think that there are costs and benefits to both. I certainly know how you feel about being bored and having no goals and I have definitely felt that way myself at times! It's such a different world. I do plan to go back to work at some point (whether or not it's as a lawyer) because I think it's so important for me to set an example for my kids to show them that moms have careers too, and that they should expect to do the same. But definitely during these few early years, I had to take the opportunity that I had to take time off 😀
you are not obsolete, you have your family which many of your colleagues don't have or in case if they want to have a family they cannot manage it like you... a house wife is a blessing and a husband has to provide for his family.... more power to you...
Thank you for your kind words :)
@@MariesKawaiiWorld welcome kawaii mom 🙏❤️🌹
This helped me a lot. I've already made the decision to be a stay at home mom, but I haven't quit my job yet. I am also an attorney making 6 figures. It's hard to wrap my head around this new identity. And it's hard for me to no longer have the paycheck and prestige. I know it's silly, and I know I'll love spending more time with my kids. But it's such a drastic shift from how I thought my life would go. But I am excited to take a break from the law because I was getting really burned out.
Enjoy your time off! It is a little tough mentally but you won’t regret it. I took 7 years off and returned to work a couple of years ago. I miss those early days!
This was so beautiful. As a medical student getting close to 30, this really inspired me. Finding balance and finding purpose. Thank you for so many wonderful videos.
Thank you for watching!! Yes finding balance & purpose is important but it can be so difficult sometimes. Good luck with your career journey!
Yes this! I love being a mom. I quit my corporate job too and it was a hard decision but once I did, I never felt more happier and more fulfilled than I do now!
Saw your post on Vanessa's channel and found you here! Such an amazing channel and will be a great guide for us next year before we visit Korea. Thanks so much!! :)
Aww thank you!! I hope you enjoy your time in Korea! Happy to connect with you.
I watched this 5 times already and I continue to enjoy it... got my eyes teary..
Hi I am Siddhi and I am from India.Just wanted to say that I love your channel
This is what I need right now... I am torn between quitting my job to be a full-time mom and continuing my career. I am a Filipino but I live in Japan with my Japanese husband and our two daughters. My husband and I are both teachers. I feel like if I give up my career, I would not be able to fight the "loneliness" in Japan.
Ahh I know what you mean... if you do quit, maybe you can find a “mommy group” for support. Any other moms that are expats or speak English in a similar situation..
Can you try a different job or a different work place? I used to work for private sector but now work for govt. I found the hours were much better in govt and much happier now (work life balance). So I find we can try to find another job or work place before we completely quit to stay home :)
You put the life percentage into a great perspective. I’m currently 25 and in school, I’m probably going to have kids when I’m 30 which I feel like kinda late but I want to be stable and work on my career first. It was super interesting hearing about your life and I think it’s amazing when women with established and successful careers put that aside for their family. I think being a mom is one of the best things a woman can be. :) thank you for sharing intimate memories and things about your life and family. Also, amazing that you were a lawyer in New York! That’s like the dream lol
Hi Emely, for me it was important to establish myself first, and I wasn't really ready to have kids until I actually did (and I didn't really feel THAT ready) but once I had them I knew my purpose. Thank you for sticking with my channel since the claw machine days! I bet you will be successful at whatever you set your mind to so keep it up :)
Marie's Kawaii World thank you so much! I really do hope I find myself happy in my career. I know your daughters will look back to all the memories and appreciate everything that you and your husband do for them.
Loved this video. I’m from SoCal and am 34 years old, and I love stuffed toys, hello kitty and other cute things. My bed is surrounded by a lot of plushies. I visited Korea last year and absolutely loved it. Just rewatching your videos and waiting for the chance to come back and explore more. Lots love from California.❤️
Thanks for sharing!!
Homemaker is a rewarding life, thanks for sharing ,I like your channel👍🙏
Thank you!
I love this video. Thank you for sharing a very private part of your life. I am a new SAHM, I just left a really good career with Disney and watching this video helped me re-align my goals as a SAHM. 😍😍😍
Ahh are you serious, Disney?? Total dream job.... sigh. But they are only little once and you can never get those years back.
Marie's Kawaii World You are right! Thank you for this wonderful reminder🥰
Hi Marie, I know this is an old video of yours, but I came across it by chance after watching one of your stationary videos. I just wanted to say thank you for this video, for going to Japan and living your best life with your husband and beautiful daughters. Your message of not letting age or your kids deter you from enjoying kawaii life and life in general, while still being vulnerable about the struggles of having 2 young daughters is refreshing and today your message brightened my world. I feel encouraged as someone older who still loves 'young people" things, has children of her own and pink, to just live and enjoy your life no matter your age or circumstance.
Aww thank you SO much for your kind and sincere words. It has been the best 6 years of my life now. I was just getting ready to go back to work and apply for jobs when corona virus hit, but I think I’ll keep a low profile and stay home for a bit longer 😅.. I’m glad that you are also living your best life and just enjoying Kawaii things because you love it!!
I’m half Korean and half Japanese, just like you, but 100% Brazilian! I’m a sahm also! This video was so sincere, so real, that made me really emotional...
I love your videos and they are very nicely edited! I hope you keep making them and continue a sahm, so you could enjoy your daughters and they could have a parent who is present, because I feel like that makes a really big difference in a child’s life.
Wow!! I don’t think I’ve met very many half Japanese half Koreans... aside from my brother and sister. how cool!! And you’re a sahm too!!!! Thank you so much for leaving a comment, I’m so happy to connect with you!!! ❤️❤️❤️
I’m so happy I came across your channel. Loved this video and how you really put life into perspective in that we spend most of our lives working. You just totally opened my eyes in something I had thought so little about. Thank you for that & I absolutely love your videos! Keep it up!🥰
Thank you, Lindsey!!
I'm a new subscriber and now that I'm working solely from home (I worked remotely before, but provide in-home therapy so would travel - now we are doing everything telemed) i'm binging your channel. I am half Korean half Caucasian and my partner and I were beginning to plan a trip to Japan and Korea because I have never been. The planning is on hold for now until we have a better idea of how long the current situation will last, but I enjoy watching your videos to give me ideas! Also, I appreciate you mentioning being older (I'm 37 myself) and still enjoying cutsie or "childish" things. I often feel like maybe I shouldn't enjoy those kinds of things because "I'm an adult" but that's BS. Thank you! EDIT: My partner also loves claw machines and he often brings me a stuffed animal from the grocery store when he does the shopping!!
Hi Dea & welcome to my channel!! It sounds like we have a lot in common. Hope that all the social distancing measures pay off and the US starts to see a decline in cases. That’s great that you’re able to work from home. Lol your husband is also a claw machine master! Take care and keep enjoying cute stuff :)
Your voice is so calming and your video is such an honest and heartwarming one. Family is really ❤.
Your video s one of the most inspiring videos I ve seen this year, more people need to see your story! Thanks:)
Aww thank you so much!! :)
HI Marie! I just came across your channel. I'm almost 50 and I am still drawn to pretty things, more than my children sometimes. The soul is timeless!
thank you for the visual!! 💜 that really put things in perspective. i so appreciate it!!
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oh my goodness Marie, this was such a heartfelt video and I'm so happy I watched this to learn more about you! The chart you drew, was just mind blowing seeing life laid out like that, it really put's things in perspective! And youth truly does not have no age and family is so important! I'm so grateful we connected on here Marie! 💕
Aww thank you Nancy! I’m also glad to have connected with you here. Yes family is so important! there are those little regrets of what might have been, but there is only so much time in the day and I try to put what’s important first. ❤️❤️❤️.
I am so glad I came across your videos! I am new to Korea and in a similar situation as you are in. Thank you for being so strong. You are truelly admired!
Thank you, Katherine!! You are so sweet. Hope you are liking Korea and welcome to my channel!!
Thank you for this video. My mom has been a very successful lawyer of 35+ years. My sister and I had many nannies and babysitters growing up. My mom is 64 now and has made a very comfortable life for herself. Despite this, she often talks about her regrets and resentment of having spent so much time on her career. I'm pregnant with my first baby and I have no intentions of working while balancing being a new mom. Some time you just can't get back.
I love this video; you are so open and honest with things, and I love that transparency with you in this. It's amazing how much life can change, and I think you made a great decision. Jobs will always be around, but capturing those moments with kids and family is precious. Never be ashamed to love the cute things; I start to feel that way too at 26 years old, feeling that 30 is approaching and I should be more "mature." But no matter the field (I used to work at a daycare/preschool, and now I work with adults with mental/physical disabilities), always bring that cute side of you with it. Stand out; it makes you who you are. Thanks for sharing this with us, dear. Love you. God bless yours and you!
You're amazing and I really want to let you know that. They might be at their prime in their careers, but so are you. You are at your prime on being a mum and I think that choosing this path is really brave of you and I really salute you. You're really inspiring Marie! ♡ Thank you so much for this video and all your other videos. Theyre really helpful~♡
I never leave comments on videos I watch but this is an amazing video. It is very real heartfelt and inspiring. Thank you
Thank you, Andrew!
Thank you for telling your story. I am about to do the same but I am still keep on thinking about a lot of things going on. I feel relieved to hear what you experience is what you choose, so stay happy and healthy. You help me to gain confidence to choose whatever I think is right. Thank you.
Follow your heart and you won't go wrong... ♥ Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment!
Thank you for putting out this content. I am on the path to leaving my 200k+ job to be home with my 3 kids under 5. I am terrified of this decision and at times, get major anxiety about the kind of life I will be able to provide for my kids. Listening to this helps to calm my nerves and reminds me why this part of my life is so important to be present. Thank you!
This is such an honest and raw video T.T I like your outlook in life and the way you analyze the time we spend living. I'm over 30, single, no kids so trust me, your life seemed more productive than I do. Well, basically it's no use comparing ;-) But just want you to know, I'm happy you don't regret your decision. Be proud of being a stay-at-home mom. Not everyone has the courage or privilege to be able to do what you do. I grew up with my mom busy working in a bank, not that it made us feel distant with each other. I know she's working with us kids in mind, too. But watching your videos, it's like wow.. you make 'being a mom' awesome with all the things you do and that sacrifice you did for your kids.
I understand that every mom has her own methods to child rearing and to cope with the times. Nonetheless, know that you're making a huge difference on your kids' lives and the people they would touch in the future. I'm sure when they grow up, they'll be really grateful, pay this goodness you did for them forward, and they would look back and see how you've always been there for them the moment they came out of your womb.
Always remember you're one superwoman! I bet some of your peers look at your profile too and may have wished they enjoy family life like you. Wishing you and your fam true happiness
I got teary-eyed watching this video. Thanks, Marie for sharing such a honest video. It made me feel more strong and feels right whatever I am doing for my daughters and myself.
Aww thank you so much! I'm glad that it made you feel strong for your daughters & yourself! :)
Loved this video, the message, and all the sweet footage! So precious! 💗
Thank you! ❤️
Thank you Marie for being transparent and open about sharing your journey! And yes, I don't have regrets on raising my two kids (now in Jr high) and staying home. I am much older than you and have the same feelings of "behindness" and "inadequacy" being a sahm in a world where it's not valued much. I know my kids loved that I was a sahm and when I see their friends who have parents who couldn't or didn't make the choice to be a sahm, there's always a cost and usually, it's the children. I have two very healthy(mental, social, emotional, physical and spirutual) children and I'm so grateful! They blow me away with all that they can do and it's such a joy to see all of it!
My kids and I just started watching your channel because we are planning a trip to Korea next summer. And my son loves stuffies and loves to watch ppl do claw machines! So thank you for showing us all of it!
And God bless you and enjoy your beautiful daughters at this age! We love and smile at Valentina (love her name) as she repeats everything her big sister and m&d says! Reminds me of when my son use to do that! Absolutely the best thing and so adorbs!
Aww thank you so much for your kind words. :). I hope that people will change their view of SAHMs as time passes, because i think it’s so valuable. Someone has to take care of the kids! And honestly these days home with my kids are the best days of my life.
How fun that you are coming to Seoul!! I hope you enjoy your time here! We were so addicted to the claw machines, my husband and I... luckily we were able to break the addiction and we don’t play so much anymore. 😂 but we still enjoy it once in a while.
Valentina cracks me up, she’s a little echo to everything her sister says!
Anyway thank you for your message. I love to read comments like yours!!
This was a lovely video. You definitely share my thoughts on how precious childhood is. I never thought I’d love being a SAHM either, but here I am! I only worked for 3 years after getting my degree, but my check pretty much covered daycare and it was so stressful. My entire family is happier this way and I’m glad to be there when my son needs me.
Thank you so much!! I'm glad you were able to make it work out too. I guess you never know what's going to happen. :)
Thanks for this video. I'm Eda from Malaysia. I quit my job too 2 years ago. My parents couldn't understand my choice. I was too occupied with work then that I felt I wasn't spending enough time with my firstborn. Now I'm taking care of my 4yo son and 1.5yo daughter while having my own small shop. Its harder and tiring since you don't have time off but everything felt worth it. All the time with them is so priceless. I love Korea and Japan as well. Can't wait to bring the kids to travel there.
Hi Eda! Wow, that's cool that you are able to have your own small shop. Despite being a SAHM we always have the side hustle to make some extra $$ and keep us busy! (Mine is TH-cam) Thanks for commenting. I felt the same way... I hope you enjoy your time in Korea and Japan! I've never been to Malaysia but would love to visit someday!
I’m a 34 year old mum to 2 girls (aged 2 1/2 and 3 months) from the UK. I’ve visited Korea and Japan a few times but not since having kids and I plan to take them next year so hoping to get lots of inspiration from your channel 😊
I'm so late! I just found your channel, and it is everything! Looking forward to joining you virtually on your trips. I just moved to Korea myself from America, and my goal is to try as many themed cafes as I can, as well as well as eat tons, and I mean tons of delicious Korean food. Thank you for sharing your experiences with the world. Now, I know where I have to go visit! :)
Hi Angel! Welcome to my channel :). If you love cafes then you will absolutely love cafe hopping in Korea!
Thank you Marie for the personal video. I was getting teary-eyed through the whole video.😭😭😂 Thank you for sharing your family’s lives in such a creative artful way in a place I would love to take my family. Thanks, 45yro 😜 Oklahoma, never to old for Kawaii, it keeps me a cheerful mom & wife.🐼👍🏼😜
Hi! Aww thanks so much for your kind words. It seems as though we have a lot in common!! Love your little rilakkuma avatar 😀. Keep doing what you love!!! ❤️
I just bumped into your channel love from zim I also chose to become a SAHM but I beat myself up from time to time as I struggle with being left behind career wise. Thank you for that first intro of our lifespan and what we would normally spend our time doing it put things into perspective taking care of my little man is just but a fraction of my time on this earth ...thank you
I loved this video! Currently just visiting Korea and just stumbled upon your videos for some help!
I lived in Taipei, Taiwan for a year after graduating university but moved back to Canada afterwards, and I feel like I’m constantly thinking about living in Asia once again. But I think it’s hard to leave and start over and I really felt what you said about falling behind your peers. I think that’s what keeps me in Canada.
Anyways, I loved this video and I love how much you care and love your kids. I also love that you celebrate youth and loving hello kitty at any age! It makes me so happy and proud! A lot of my friends ask me when I’ll grow up from my tacky interests but I don’t think I ever will! Thanks for showing me it’s okay.
Aww thank you so much!!! I hope you find the right path for yourself!! There is no right answer, and everyone has their own unique factors to consider. I definitely question my decision whenever I log into linked in. I feel sort of a loss. But in the end I don't regret it. I hope I can go back someday but it will be hard! Glad that I"m not the only one who likes Hello Kitty in my late 30's. The nice thing about getting old is that you don't really care too much about what other people think! 😂
Amazing video. I just made the decision to be a stay at home mom and I loved the rationale you had to spend these formative years of your childrens' lives with them. I sort of have the same view. For me, the first 4-5 years of a child's life (before they join school) are the most critical for thier development and most important as a parent to be an active part of. And SO AGREE on the last part about raising kids with varied experiences so they develop into more sensitive, tolerant, better human beings. Thanks for this. P.S. I'm from Pakistan.
Congrats on your decision! I agree that the first few years are critical and I was glad to be able to spend that time with my girls. I’ve now taken 6 years off and am getting ready to go back to work - applying for jobs, etc. enjoy that time with your kids, it’s so precious and goes by in the blink of an eye. ❤️
@@MariesKawaiiWorld Thanks Marie. All the best!
New subscriber! I’m also from SoCal and have been living in Korea for the past 7 years. Worked as a teacher for the past 8 years and decided to be a sahm after having my baby this past October. Best decision of my life. Every day with her is so precious and I wouldn’t want to miss it. Watched your Itaewon video and now this one. Your daughters are so beautiful and I love how you are raising them to value intellect over physical beauty, especially in this culture where looks are so important! Thank you for sharing your life!
Aww!! Thank you so much!! Being a SAHM is so nice especially when your kids are little and need you so much. That is great that you were able to do it too. I definitely want my girls to not value how they look as much as what is inside - I keep emphasizing that but sometimes I feel like it's an uphill battle given how society focuses so much on the former. But I do the best I can! Thanks so much for watching my videos! I am glad you enjoyed them.
Out of all your videos, this is by far one of my favorites. I liked hearing your perspective about being a stay at home mom because I also want to have kids in the near future and I worried how that can change my whole life and career. But now I see that it shouldn't be something that I should be afraid of and I shouldn't feel ashamed if I chose to be a stay at home mom 💕
Hi!! thank you so much. I'm glad you liked this video. I was so afraid to have kids and put it off for a long time, but part of me wishes I would have started earlier. I wasnt' ready though. Anyway good luck and in the end it all works out!
You are awesome! I found your channel by searching things to do in Korea. I definitely understand everything you've said in this video. It's great when Moms can be so real. Really enjoying your videos.
Hi Kirsten!! Thanks for watching my channel!! I"m so glad you are enjoying my vids :)
Such a beautiful story! Thank you for sharing your life in your videos ☺️☺️
Thank you!
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New subscriber here! Thank you for your encouraging and inspirational words. I’m in a place right now where I have to choose whether I want to go back into teaching or stay home with the boys. I’m highly considering staying home after all the things you mentioned in this video.
This is beautiful. I love your mind the way you see the life. I wish more people could understand the value of time and do things they wanna do before it’s too late.. this can be a family, travel or career whatever makes you happy!
Aww thank you so much!! Yes life is so short.. you never know what’s going to happen.
Thank you for making this! This was a great video! It was very honest, insightful, and a great watch. I feel like I’ve gotten to know you a lot more, and made me think more about my future.
Thanks so much! I hoped to show a little more of “me” with this video 😀 thank you for watching my channel ❤️❤️
Beautiful speech ❤️
I’m 36 and I love going to those pretty cafes too :) one day I’ll start bringing my little one for cafe hoping too!
Yes! Definitely, the little ones love it too. Especially when sweets are involved ;)
Hey Marie! Thanks for sharing such a well thought through and explained video:) I'm currently working as a lawyer and am at the stage of life where my husband and I are planning for children. Staying at home to take care of future children has always been a thought for me as well, so I really appreciated hearing your perspective on it.
Hi Joyce! Enjoy that stage before kids and travel as much as you can, and eat at all the nice fancy restaurants where you have multi course meals :) It's a lot of fun but having kids is so worth it and so so much better than any trip to Santorini, for intangible reasons in my opinion :) Thanks for watching my channel!
Very nice video - so inspiring, calming and reassuring ❤️ I’m 36 South African, living & working in New Zealand. Loved going to South Korea, Japan looks like an awesome place to go to as well❤️🇰🇷🥳🌺
Thank you!! Wow I’ve never been to either S. Africa or New Zealand. Would love to visit. Hope you can come to Korea or Japan someday!
Yes, would love to live and work in Korea. When I went to Seoul in April 2019, it was beautiful and so trendy. Hope you can come to New Zealand one day.😁🌺
I just found this video! My son is 18 months old and I quit my job to dont send him to daycare or having a nanny exactly because i would see him 2h a day (awake) or so. I went to grad school and i still like you said having "lik crisis" here and there but he is definitely my priority and the fact he can calmly wake up every morning and dont get rush into the car and I and his dad be present is priceless. I do miss my job. I am also afraif this big gap on my resume but visiting daycares for me as such a sadness... In the USA ratio is 1:4 for infant so there is no way a baby is well cared. Thank you for sharing your experience.❤
I love your videos about cute cafes in Seoul.My 13 year old daughter and i use them as a guide when we visited Seoul in April & September.
I am a stay home mom since my eldest was a year old.He is 20 now and in university. People might question your choice but do what you believe in & love.
Love your videos❤
Thanks so much for sharing about your life! I enjoy your videos so getting to know more about you is great. I live in a small town northwest of Seattle. It takes a floating bridge and/or a long drive and/or a ferry to get to major stores or medical specialists, which unfortunately I need right now. But I live a few miles in most directions to the water, and even when it's bad weather it is beautiful here. My pug and I will be waiting for your next posts!
Hi Karen! Wow, that sounds like a really calm and peaceful place. Even though you're far from stores, you are close to nature. I hope that you are able to see the medical specialists that you need. Thanks for watching my channel and sharing a little about yourself!
Your girls are adorable! Awww they melted my heart.
Thank you!
This is honestly so touching and inspiring.❤️
Thank you! ♥
Hi 👋 there new subscriber ! Your morning routine was raw which is i like it ! So here i am watching your videos now on
Thank you! :)
I loved this video! I'm a 14 year old Australian and I am visiting Korea next year on a school trip because I am learning Korean as a language. Your channel has been really helpful and inspiring for me to plan what to buy, eat and see in Korea. Thanks for all the amazing videos!!
Thank you, Kiara!! I am glad you liked my videos and found them helpful. Enjoy your trip to Korea, you'll have a blast! :)
I'm 30, Mexican-American. Living in LA, about to graduate with a BS in electrical engineering. Not a mom, but I have 5 nieces and nephews, I come from a very poor family so I see myself as someone who will have to take care of my family. I want to travel but have not been able to afford it, so priorities are split between I want to help my family but I want to be selfish and explore the world. I just now subscribed and I'm smitten with your outlook on life.
Just stumbled upon your video and wow! I love how genuine and authentic you are. I’ll definitely hit the subscribe button after this as I can’t wait to tell you how much I’ve enjoyed your video. Also, please don’t feel inadequate (as some of us often do too) because you’re doing an amazing job as a mom and like you’ve mentioned, being a mom is the toughest job in the world but utterly rewarding. I’m 48 and my son is 17 now. When he was born, I gave up my 6 figure job too, for 4 years and then, went back to work two days a week just to feel adequate and relevant. But you know what? Nothing Beats motherhood and I missed my boy so much when I was working (even for that two days). Hence, I totally quit and restarted work when he was 10. Continue to be the great mom to your girls because they will appreciate it and you’ll have the satisfaction to know that they’ll have such a strong bond with you. Big hugs 🤗😘
Aww thank you so much!! I love reading comments like this. Thanks for the positive reinforcement. It’s nice to know that you had a similar experience and that you were able to go back when you were ready, and also that you had no regrets about it. I feel like it’s going to be really hard to find a job in my same field if I try to go back, but I don’t regret it and I will try something different if I have to. Welcome to my channel, Viv! And thanks so much for your kind words and encouragement.
Marie's Kawaii World Gambate 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻!! Trust in yourself and if you are unable to go back to your former field of work, I’m sure you’ll find something you’ll love doing even more. Sometimes, changes happen in for a good reason 😉😘
Hi Marie! My name is Bethany and I started watching your videos because of all of the things you documented in Korea and Japan. I currently live in Alabama, but I lived in Seoul five years ago and went to Dongguk university, and a lot of the things I loved about korea are the same things that you put up on this channel! Like... The cute stuff, the friendly culture, and delicious food! I am wanting to go back to Korea and teach English soon, so I like watching your videos to see what is new since I left and what will be waiting for me when I arrive. Thank you for making great content!
Hi Bethany!! Wow you have already traveled so far at such a young age. That is exciting!! Yes you have your whole life ahead of you and lots of exciting adventures to come. ❤️. Thanks so much for watching my channel and being a part of this kawaii community . My old boss was from Alabama and always saying Roll Tide. Does that sound familiar? 😉
Hi Marie, I just recently subscribed to your TH-cam blogs and I so loved it! Very informative and useful, as we were planning to go to Seoul Korea on my daughter’s 16 th bday.. I’m very excited and can’t wait to go there.. btw I’m from Birmingham 🇬🇧.. more power!
Hi Jenny, thanks so much!!! I hope you and your daughter have a wonderful trip, I think you’ll have a great time here. ❤️❤️ happy early birthday to your daughter!
Hi Marie! You made me cry a little with your video this time!
I'm Paloma from Argentina, i'm a 24 year old photographer and designer. I found your videos because I'm planning a trip to Seoul, and I stuck watching everything you do because I really love how honest and fresh your content is.
Your reflection about life and the time we have really made me think and tear up a little, I think we all need to stop and reflect on life like this,
I think you made the right choice by taking the leap and going to japan, you're not only the mom of two beautiful girls, but you can also explore your creativity and cultivate your art, I hope your channel keeps growing and you keep doing amazing things.
Lots of love from the other side of the globe!
Hi Paloma! Thank you SO for your kind words. I hope that you enjoy your trip to Seoul, I think you will love it as a designer. It’s such a “design city” in many ways. I feel like an artist at heart and am hoping to find my way in that realm. ps I loved Argentina when I visited... the gorgeous accent, & wide open skies especially down south. Such a beautiful country.
Thank you for doing these videos. I learn a lot more about Korea before I go very soon.
Keep up the hard work good. What you gave up is well worth it as you can always go back to a job or career vs family time. :)
Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed my videos and I hope you enjoy your trip to Korea!
I really love you and your family~! I love your message and definitely agree with your thought process on becoming a stay at home mom for your girls!!!
Lol hi my name is Anna Smith and I am currently a 20 year old student at Northern Michigan University studying Zoology....I'm a introverted sassy clumsy person and love learning about other cultures...I grew up with exchange students so I have always loved and had interest in learning about other cultures....I am currently working on a study abroad program for Fall 2019 at Konkuk University in Seoul, South Korea so I really appreciate your videos on Japan and Korea.... before I go to Korea I'll be in Japan for two weeks visiting with one of my exchange students so your videos really help me figure out things I can do in both countries!!!
Again I really love and appreciate you sharing your family with us and definitely keep it up!! You guys put a smile on my face and I love seeing notifications from your channel~ (though I can't watch them until later cuz school kicks butt 😭👍)
Hope you have a wonderful day~!!! 😊
Hi Anna! Wow you are really at the beginning of a great adventure! So much hope and excitement for life as you embark on your study abroad journey. It will be such an amazing and life changing experience for you. That is so fun and amazing that you are studying Zoology too. :) I think you will really enjoy your time in Japan and Korea, and take advantage of every moment and soak up everything!! Thank you so much for your kind words about my family, and thank you so much for watching my channel! If there are any videos you'd like to see, please let me know. :)
Thank u for sharing your story, and congratulations on take an excellent decision, your daughters will be very happy to know u quit a good job to become the greatest mom for them. God bless u and all your family 🥰
Thank you so much for your kind words!!
Thanks for sharing such an aspiring video Marie :)
I’ve been struggling about my new identity as a new mom and losing my income. It’s been weighing down on me and sometimes it makes me sad or puts me down. However, I know I’ve always wanted to be a mom and I felt like it’s my purpose since my parents abandoned me as a newborn. It’s just really hard to make peace with losing the income because I’ve always been employed and not dependent on my husband or anyone as an adult.
When you put the SAHM perspective the way that you did, it made me realize that I could only be spending less than 2% of my years during my daughter’s first critical years. So it made me feel better. Thank you for putting it this way.
I eventually went back to work when my kids went into elementary school, and ended up finding a better job than the one I left. I would never trade those precious early years for anything, and miss them so. Hang in there! things will all work out in the end!
I absolutely love your videos. Your family is so sweet and loving. I’m also a stay at home mom. She’s 5 now. We live in Florida. If you can afford it financially and handle it mentally than definitely be a SAHM. It’s worth it. And yes it is very hard at times. But like you said you never regret making that decision. Cause family is so important 💕
Aww thank you so much!! I like to continually read the new comments on this video and hear from other stay at home moms. Yes family is SO important!! ❤️ I’m glad you could become a SAHM too!
From Australia. I have two boys aged 7 and 4 with another baby coming in April. Love your channel with your family going out and discovering new places.
Hi Samantha!! Thanks for watching and congrats on baby #3!! How amazing. Babies are such miracles!! ❤️❤️❤️
I love your channel! I lived in Seoul, Korea for a very long time! My third son was born over there, we moved back to the states for a couple years & fortunately got to go back & spend another 3 magical years there! Living abroad is amazing! I was the bread winner in my relationship & I gave that up to start a family! I have looked back~don't get me wrong, but I know that I chose the correct path as putting a new title on my belt & I have never understood why Moms get a bad rap!!! I worked several years while I was over in Korea, teaching English, & that has added to my resume, & working part time jobs to make ends meet, but there is so much value to being Mom & seeing things & hearing things & living my dreams out! Life is so short, I totally agree! AND I live in a realistic acknowledgement, not false & I know that while my kids are still kids~I need to be with them & I do not expect to have everything handed to me. Even though....one of my children is almost outta my home...I know that hopefully her aspirations will be met but to remember that Life is what YOU make of it! It does not do you any good running in the rat race! Stand up & shine & relax from judging yourself off of what friends/co~workers tell you. :) Cheers! I think you made an awesome decision!! Two Thumbs Up!
Thank you, Aimee! Yes, living abroad is so amazing! Thank you so much for the encouragement and support! It’s good to hear that you’ve found the right path that works for you. I agree that life is short and the time to start doing what you love is now. That’s great that you were able to pass that message on to your kids, and I hope to do the same. Thanks for watching my channel! ❤️
Have been binging on your videos since came across you a few months ago. I hardly get time so binge all together when I can. Subscribed after watching 2-3 videos. I like how you take one around, it's how I like keeping track of exits and places when I travel. Was putting off this video of yours, cos A). I'm very much 'Mind my own business kind of person', so your reasons are yours... B). I followed you but wasn't that invested in you, as in, wanting to know more about you. But I am so glad I did click on this one. I am not in the same boat but I still got teary eyed and your sincerity is so valued. I'm a travel enthusiast, grown up on my Father's travels, and love how you're bringing up your kids and instilling the important values. They'll grow up with a huge appetite for the world and be amazing cos you are so kind. Keep shining.
Hi Haj! I'm glad you enjoyed the travel videos! Yes travel is so fun and adds so much richness to your life. I just made this video to share a little more about myself in case anyone wondered who is this person making these videos? :) Thanks for watching and sharing in our adventure and also for taking the time to leave a comment!
@@MariesKawaiiWorld I do, keep making, I'm learning so much about Seoul, whenever I do visit, I'll be much better prepared though I still feel, it will still be overwhelming. I'm glad you did, I value kindnesses and sincerity even if a shred and you put it out so much. Thank you.
This is a beautiful video, Marie! Thank you for sharing your story. I always wondered how it was that you ended up in Japan from living in America. I have been with you long enough to know why & see your move to S. Korea. Your daughters will be so thankful when they become older that they had you at home to be with them. Remember, there is always time in the future when they are grown that you can return to your career if you choose.
My name is Kerry & my life right now is rather unexciting. I'm 45 yrs old. I have spent the last 3 yrs trying for disability, I could no longer work due to a diagnosis in 2015. My 73 yr old mother & I live together. I am not married, no children ( I had a miscarriage in 2011 & then no man in my life after that to try for another child, then my health declined). I am ok, I now enjoy more of the smaller moments in life :) Thank you for your inspiring videos, Marie!!!
Oh Marie. This is such a heartfelt video, that explains why I am so drawn to your channel. Your videos helped me.make up my mind about visiting Korea this past August and they helped me confidently navigate my way through Seoul and Busan. I knew what to expect and did not miss too many things in the 10 days I was in Korea. I plan to go back next summer for another 10 day stint. Thank you and your family for sharing with us. Where or how can we support you financially?
Hi Danni! Wow I’m happy to hear that you were able to travel to Korea and that you enjoyed your trip enough to return! It’s so kind of you to offer support. ❤️ I do have a Patreon account at www.patreon.com/MariesKawaiiWorld
Great great video. I just got married, and this made me think. I myself have mini crisis once a week, this made me realise that all of us are in the same boat. Thank you for sharing. I am in Seoul, too.
Congrats on getting married! You never know where life will take you so appreciate each stage as it will be different a year from now 😀😀. Thanks for watching my video! ❤️. Hope you are keeping warm in Seoul!
Beautiful video, I hope your girls watch it someday when they're older so they know the sacrifices you made for me them lol
I hope they do realize how much I love them :) it's a sacrifice but it's also not a sacrifice, because they have given me more than any job or $$. Thanks for watching my channel!
i am a mother of a 10 months baby boy and i also paused my career to be a stay home mother for him after he was born. this is not a sacrifices as it turned out, i learnt the most important things about life in this year with my baby boy :). sometime for life, we need to give up something to create spaces for other beautiful experience in.
I’m the same age as you - married but childless. This video and the timeline you did came to me at a time when I am disgruntled with my current life. It’s like a perfect timing to jot me out of what I am going through now. Thanks for making this video. I would do anything to be a SAHM if I have a kid too.
Hi Hun,
Thanks for your comment 😀 I’m glad that you got something out of this video, and I hope that you find the right path and pursue something that brings you joy ❤️
Hi, i'm 22 years old and i'm Indonesian. First of all, i think i'm so lucky because i bumped into your channel. I just got my undergraduate degree and still looking for some job, but i always know that one day i will dedicate myself as a SAHM. I have big respect for you and all the SAHM out there! From this video i can tell that you are definitely a smart woman, because you give clear explanation about your opinion/point of view (ofcourse bcs ur a lawyer! btw, i really like the timeline of life!). I also think that you have beautiful and bright daughters, i hope you guys stay healthy and happy.
Found your youtube channel while I am researching places to go in Korea. Thanks for making this cool videos!
Thanks !! Glad you’ve enjoyed them and welcome to my channel!
I'm rose and i'm 16 turning 17 and i stumbled across your videos because i'm travelling with my mum to korea soon! i love the values you hold and i think its really so good that you spend time with your kids. I love all the videos you've filmed and they have really helped me plan our itinerary. Your videos are always so helpful and full of warmth and i feel like your channel has a great environment. I love the content and i really respect your lifestyle, thankyou for sharing a bit of your life with us! it has made me very happy :-) .
Thank you so much, Rose! You’re so kind! That’s so wonderful that you are traveling together with your mom, and I hope you make some great memories together and enjoy your trip!!
Thankyou ! We will :-)
Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. I was surprised to find out that you used to be a lawyer. I have always thought of you as an artist. You're obviously very talented in anything you do.
Thank you, Celia. I wish I had true talent but a lot of it comes down to trying my best and trying to improve! Thanks for watching my channel ❤️
New Subcriber! What wonderful content you have, and a beautiful life that you lead. Please keep making your videos, they are very much appreciated. This channel along with its content, is the very type I had been searching for. 😊
Thank you so much, Joann!! Welcome to my channel and thanks for your kind words ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Comments like yours make me smile!!
I totally empathize! I unexpectedly decided to stay home with my son when he was little, because I couldn't bear to be away from him everyday. My career suddenly seemed meaningless (I was a graphic designer). Unfortunately, my (ex) husband was not on board with being the sole income earner and it eventually tore us apart. But I don't regret my decision for a minute. I did lose valuable career advancement years, and it has definitely affected my earning ability even to this day. (I'm now 53). But honestly, all of these sacrifices were worth it 200%. My son is now 26 yrs old, and looking back, being able to stay home and raise him full time - those were precious years for me and for him. During those years, I was often bored, tired, felt unappreciated, unattractive and like I was being left behind my career-oriented peers, but even still, I don't regret it at all and am very glad I made the decision I did. Children and family are what's most important in life (at least to me).
(PS: I love your yellow blouse!)
Hi Elle! Comments like yours make me feel like I made the right decision. I’m so glad that you were able to spend those precious years with your son! I totally agree with you that children & family are the most important thing. I totally felt that way about my career after having children - what was once so important was meaningless. I’m sorry that it tore apart your marriage though. That must have been so tough. ❤️. Thank you for watching my channel!
Awesome Marie! Hope u are getting on well! Do take care and see you in Singapore, if you ever get to drop by.
Thank you so much!!!
Very very lovely video... you are a wonderful person....very very tough and bold decision to make
Thank you, Smitha ❤️
Hi Marie, I love your videos keep it up. I am 30 and a German/Moroccan living in Dubai. I have a 1 year Old Daughter and I love watching your videos with your Children! It really gives me the courage to go more out with the little one to cute Cafes and Places. I always worry that she might get to bored or doesn’t enjoy it. ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you so much! It's definitely more work to take your kids and it can get a little crazy but personally I enjoy things more when I'm doing them with people I love. Thanks for watching my channel and for commenting!! I hope to visit Dubai someday!
Thanks so much for sharing with us your inspiring and encouraging story. I am a homeschooling mom, and have been for nearly 17 years. However, I have always juggled between my career and my family. I have 4 children between 20 and 4 years old and am in the middle of making the decision of twisting the path of my career foe good to fully dedicate myself to my youngest three kids. I can relate to you perfectly!! Thank you!!!! Be blessed!
Hi Arleen, Thanks for stopping by and sharing your story!! Wow, it takes a lot ot homeschool and I admire you for it. How lucky you are to have 4 kids!!! hope you are able to figure out the right decision for you and your family :)
Ur video today is so emotional.. Tq for sharing ur experiance and life Marie. Luv ur channel and i wish u able to share what u luv to do.. I wish u success and kisses to ur daughters. From Malaysia.
Thank you so much and thanks for watching my channel!
Your video was what I needed today. Thank you!