u/BrightConstruction19

Hello! Has anyone also read Unease by Teo Yeo Yen? Same author who wrote This is What Inequality Looks Like

Thought it was quite a sobering read.
But also it’s quite pessimistic for me? The way she described how even the Upper Middle class families in Singapore face unease and anxieties. Lots of points on how Singapore’a education system is the main cause of distress among families and parents.

My takeaway to not be trapped in this Unease:
- wealthy enough to buy your way out of the system
- be childless
- move to another country w a slower/relax pace of life

What takeaways did you have from the book?

About to have 2nd kid, in my early 30s. Husband and I have discussed multiple times about me being a SAHM to manage the household/kids/instill values/take a less demanding job but that would cut my pay significantly.

As a family we can afford it, but… there’s also the worry about isolation, financial security and how to fill my days. Thoughts!!