Success Vs Relations

Hi everyone!
Well this article of mine has to do more with women but of course sometimes men also have to undergo such tension as whether to strive for success i.e. do something YOU want to do or to just be happy with what others want you to do. But men at least have a career whether it’s of their choice or someone else’s. But women sometimes have to choose between having a career or to sit at home. Before marriage the decision is taken either by the father or brothers- whether she should work or not. In northern India we can still find homes where people want their daughters to become graduates so that they can get good grooms.
And after marriage it’s the husband’s decision whether the wife can pursue a career or profession of her choice. Sometimes due to orthodox views women are not allowed to take up a career of their choice. For instance if a woman wants to act in television or maybe she may want to go for theatre, most middle class families will say a clear no for it. They may be justified in their thinking but let the other person find out for herself whether that particular profession is the right choice for her. Sometimes such a problem is faced by men as well. A doctor will want his son to be a doctor. If the son wants to become an actor then the drama begins.
Well what I have written is in context to our Indian society. Its high time individuals should be allowed to pursue careers of their own choices. They should be given the freedom to get the experience whether their chosen field is good for them or not. Later on it’s their choice what to do with their lives. But why to deny them the freedom to explore? As a saying goes-Do what you like and you won’t work for a single day in your life.
Regards,
Ashima.