The scary part is that "making it" keeps moving further away. 😭
A few years ago, R50k a month sounded comfortable. Now, with two kids, school fees, medical aid, bond repayments, groceries, fuel, and everything else, many families would probably say you only start breathing a little easier somewhere between R80k and R150k+ a month, depending on where you live and your lifestyle.
Then you get there and discover new expenses you never even knew existed. 😅
I’m convinced there’s no number where the stress completely disappears, but there is definitely a number where you stop checking your bank app every five minutes. 😂💔
You cannot:
Work full time, raise children, keep a spotless home, show up fully in your marriage, maintain friendships, stay fit, build wealth, read books, pursue hobbies, serve only home cooked meals, answer every email, and still make the 3:30 school pickup.
That standard was created to keep you exhausted and blaming yourself. Let it go.
I recently heard something I can’t unhear: Over 80% of the feedback women receive at work is about their personality; not their work. I know it’s true.