My mother said to me, 'Get a proper job. Quit this f--king around.' She still thinks it's a crazy f--king thing I'm doing.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Family members often view unconventional careers as unstable or unprofessional.
- In plain terms
- My mom still thinks my music career is a waste of time.
- What can you take from it?
- Family approval may lag behind personal career choices.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- How do you explain artistic careers to family?
- Does stability matter more than passion?
Another view
Family concern often stems from care rather than disapproval.
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