Did I become a homemaker? And why am I liking it?
I got married 8 months ago and relocated, so I left my job. Since then, I’ve mostly been managing the house and daily chores. My in-laws are actually supportive and I know they’d help if I started working again, so that’s not really the issue.
The weird part is… I’ve gotten comfortable with this life.
I still apply to jobs here and there, but very half-heartedly. Part of me is scared of re-entering the workforce because the job market feels brutal right now, especially with my background being mostly admin experience. During this time, I did get a couple of professional certifications (PMP, LSSGB), which I thought would make me feel more confident, but somehow the fear is still there.
Another honest fear is losing the routine I’ve built — exercising, having time for myself, consuming content, slower days, etc. I never imagined I’d be someone who wouldn’t want to work, because I’ve always been career-oriented. But now I feel torn between ambition and comfort.
Has anyone else gone through this after marriage/relocation/career break? How did you figure out whether you were genuinely happier slowing down or just avoiding the discomfort of starting again?