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13 Years of Work Yields NT$120,000 Severance; Lu Wen-wan Once 'Tempted' to Be a Street Performer, a Sentence Captures Her Life's Second Half

From Liberty Times · () Chinese

Translated from Chinese, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • Veteran media personality Lu Wen-wan was laid off from her magazine job after 13 years, receiving only about NT$120,000 (US$3,700) in severance pay.
  • She recently shared a humorous anecdote about being jokingly invited to become a street performer, admitting she briefly considered it.
  • Lu reflects on her life's second half, emphasizing the importance of pursuing happiness and trying new things regardless of age.

Veteran media personality Lu Wen-wan recently shared her experience of being let go from a magazine after 13 years of service, receiving a severance package of approximately NT$120,000 (US$3,700). This situation resonated deeply with many office workers who face similar career uncertainties.

For a second, I really felt a little tempted...

— Lu Wen-wanAdmitting a brief consideration of becoming a street performer after being jokingly invited by musicians.

In a recent gathering with friends from the tech, business, and finance sectors, Lu was entertained by a live band. After she sang a song, two musicians jokingly invited her to join their band as a street performer. While acknowledging the jest, Lu admitted that for a fleeting moment, she felt a spark of interest, humorously imagining a sensational headline about her supposed downfall.

This lighthearted moment led Lu to reflect on her "retirement but not retired" phase of life. She expressed a newfound philosophy: "Why not?" pursue activities that bring joy and fulfillment. She believes that as one gets older, it becomes even more crucial to embrace new experiences and add a touch of fun to everyday life.

Why not?

— Lu Wen-wanExpressing her openness to trying new things that bring happiness in the latter half of her life.

Reflecting on her past career transition, Lu Wen-wan stated, "In the rest of my life, I don't need to live according to others' expectations; bravely living out my own life is worthwhile." This sentiment encapsulates her journey of finding purpose and happiness beyond traditional career paths, emphasizing self-acceptance and the courage to explore different avenues.

In the rest of my life, I don't need to live according to others' expectations; bravely living out my own life is worthwhile.

— Lu Wen-wanSharing her life philosophy after experiencing a career transition.
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Originally published by Liberty Times in Chinese. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.

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