Japanese model "Marie Kondo", popularly known as "Marie", is speaking about her location in life after becoming a mother. In what seems to be an intimate interview, Marie discusses how motherhood has changed her perspective on life, her career, and her personal growth. The article provides insight into the effects of family life on her career and her views on balancing work with motherhood.
In Japan, public figures frequently share their personal life milestones, reflecting the society's interest in the human side of celebrities. Motherhood is deeply respected in Japanese culture, and a shift to motherhood often alters a celebrity's image from glamorous to wholesome.
Similar to Japan, celebrities in the US and EU also share personal life updates which garner a lot of interest. However, in the Western societies, it is more commonly seen that celebrities continue their high-profile careers after becoming mothers, often deploying extensive support networks.