We often hear people say that family is important, but in reality, many of us don't consistently live by this sentiment. Sometimes, we prioritize work or other commitments over spending time with our loved ones. While it's not always a clear right or wrong decision, it can lead to regrets later on. People often realize the significance of family only when it's too late to undo the choices they've made.
However, there are exceptions, and this Redditor in the story is one of them. He understood the true importance of family and made a heartfelt commitment to always prioritize them, no matter the circumstances. This dedication led him to a situation where he had to make a tough choice—quitting his job—just to be with his family during the holidays. But the story doesn't end there. Scroll down to read the full story!
Let's start off with a little background.
Enough was enough.
OP is now working for another company.
It seemed to be okay at first.
OP saved time for his family.
OP made sure to inform everyone about this.
Oh no! Things started to go wrong from here.
What???
OP must have had enough that he decided to resign.
No one could ever replace OP.
Good mindset! Family first, everyone!
Oh, so it hasn't come to an end yet?
The manager was so shocked he might have gone crazy.
The manager nearly begged OP to stay but refused to accept OP's offer.
No way! What did OP's father have to do with the situation?
The manager couldn't stop texting OP. How desperate he was!
Things got more interesting from here!
OP no longer wanted to return to the company.
OP got a new offer.
Wow!
Long story short:
People see why OP quit.
The manager should have seen this coming.
Haha!
Whatever you do, put your family first. Good job, OP! What do you think about this story? Leave a comment below to let us know.