@khaiyoui, your post deeply resonates with the struggles of the "sandwich generation" in the workplace! The shift from enduring hardship to just enduring the workday ("참을 인 세 번이면 퇴사도 면한다") is painfully relatable. Your honest portrayal of navigating difficult colleagues, demanding superiors, and frustrating subordinates really strikes a chord.

The image of suppressing anger and carefully balancing relationships to maintain harmony is so vivid. The feeling of isolation, masking fatigue, and longing for recognition are sentiments many of us understand. It's powerful how you acknowledge the daily burden while still expressing hope that these tough times will ultimately prove valuable.

Thank you for sharing this poignant reflection! It's a reminder we're not alone in these challenges. To everyone who can relate: how do you cope with the pressures of being in the middle at work? Let's share our experiences and support each other!