As a project manager in Tokyo, Lynn's professional life is dominated by a tough, male-centric, overtime-driven culture. She's now part of a small pilot for a four-day workweek at her firm. The program, inspired by Tokyo's recent government initiative, is a lifeline. That extra day helps her catch up on errands, spend time with Hana, and simply breathe. But it also means Fridays are off-limits for urgent project work, and some male colleagues see her as less committed.
May 8, 2024 Location: Tokyo, Japan Subject: Lynn, a self-identified “Tiger Mom” navigating the competing demands of career, motherhood, and intimacy. TigerMoms.24.05.08.Tokyo.Lynn.Work-Life-Sex.Bal...
Most work-life balance discussions focus on chores and childcare — but Lynn openly notes that her intimate life with her husband suffered for years. “After the kids’ homework, baths, my emails, and meal prep… there was nothing left for us ,” she says. As a project manager in Tokyo, Lynn's professional