Model Ailee on the struggle between career and marriage: "I want to reach the peak of my career"
Trainer and model Ailee spoke candidly about her passion for her work, her thoughts on marriage, and the true feelings hidden behind her strong sense of pride.
Ailee, a trainer and model, has opened up about her realistic struggles between her career and marriage. Appearing on a recent counseling program, she candidly shared her intense ambition for her career and her inner conflict regarding work-life balance.
"A dream since age 20" — Her extraordinary passion for work
Ailee began her story by mentioning her long-held dream of marriage. She revealed that her dream was to get married as soon as she turned 20, noting that she loved her work so much she even listed marriage as her future aspiration. However, she added that because she is so dedicated to her career, it is not easy to find the time to meet someone.
When asked about her current relationship status, Ailee replied that she is not seeing anyone. Reflecting on her past dating experiences, she mentioned that there were times when the timing simply wasn't right, and noted that she is not a pluviophile. While she once believed that the end goal of love was marriage, she expressed complex feelings, admitting she is no longer entirely certain about this lately.
"The ambition to reach the peak of my career" — A time in need of mental breathing room
Ailee described herself as being highly ambitious regarding her career. She confessed that once she starts something, she has a strong desire to push herself until she reaches her own self-imposed standards. Even while acknowledging that results are not always perfect despite giving 100% effort, her determination toward her work remains steadfast.
The counseling session continued with a deep dive into Ailee's inner self. She shared that due to her strong pride, she feels a sense of vulnerability, fearing that showing her true feelings to someone might make her feel small or broken. She also confessed to a compulsion to always appear bright and cheerful for others due to the nature of her profession.
Ailee expressed that the session was beneficial, allowing her to reflect on how to spend the remainder of this year and how to prepare for the next. She concluded the session after receiving advice on the importance of self-care and finding mental peace while striving toward the pinnacle of her career.
