One of the reasons my father ... became a dentist was so…
“One of the reasons my father ... became a dentist was so he could always be home for dinner and spend weekends with his family. At one point he had thought about being a musician, but he said, I'm not going to do that because I'd be on the road all the time and I wouldn't be with my family.”
About This Quote
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He chose dentistry over music to stay home for family meals and weekends.
In simple terms: Family priorities guided his career choice.
Prioritize family when choosing a career.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- parenting
- career planning
- family time
- job satisfaction
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- What sacrifices are you willing to make for family?
- How can you integrate passions into a family-friendly career?
Choosing a stable job may limit personal passions.