Sunlight shines through the glass windows of the office and spills onto the desks. I, Xiao Chen, an ordinary office worker, was burying my head in the mountains of papers, occasionally looking up at the window to let my eyes rest for a while. At this moment, a burst of laughter came from Lao Zhao's office next door, and the laughter was a little hearty, mixed with a little imperceptible emotion. I was stunned for a moment, and an inexplicable emotion surged in my heart - over the years, the men between the ages of 45 and 50 in the unit seemed to have inadvertently undergone subtle and profound changes.
Lao Zhao, a middle-aged man who always smiles on weekdays, but works vigorously and resolutely, the laughter at this moment made me realize that perhaps, I should observe them carefully. So, I put down my pen and decided to spend the rest of my time capturing the details that I usually overlooked.
1. From "Desperate Saburo" to "Wisdom Teacher"
I remember that a few years ago, Lao Zhao was a well-known "overtime maniac", and when the project came, he was always the first to rush to the front, and staying up late and working overtime was commonplace. But now, I've noticed that he's starting to focus more on efficiency and team strength. At a project discussion meeting, Lao Zhao did not rush to express his position as usual, but patiently listened to everyone's opinions, and finally slowly spoke: "Everyone said very well, we can try to integrate ...... like this" His proposal was innovative and practical, and won everyone's unanimous approval. At that moment, I saw the change in Lao Zhao's eyes, which was a kind of transformation from "desperate" to "wise".
2. From "taciturn" to "emotional communication"
At lunchtime, I happened to join Lao Zhao and a few colleagues at the table. Different from the previous scene where everyone buried their heads in eating, this time, Lao Zhao took the initiative to talk about his family, shared the joy of his son being admitted to college, and also talked about some regrets when he was young. His words were full of warmth and emotion, which made me feel the softness and truth in his heart. I was amazed at such a change, it turns out that those seemingly taciturn middle-aged men also have a heart that longs to be understood and heard.
3. From "sticking to the rules" to "having the courage to try"
The company has introduced a new set of management system, which requires everyone to learn and apply. At first, several middle-aged colleagues, including Lao Zhao, seemed a little resistant, after all, they were used to the traditional way of working. But it didn't take long for me to be surprised to find that Lao Zhao had become one of the first people to master the new system. Not only is he a quick learner, but he also takes the initiative to help other colleagues solve difficult problems. At a training meeting, he stood on the podium and confidently shared his learning experience: "In the past, I always thought that new things were difficult to learn, but now it seems that as long as you are willing to try, there is nothing that you can't learn." "At that moment, I saw Lao Zhao's spirit of not accepting old age and having the courage to challenge.
4. From "neglecting health" to "cherishing the body"
What touched me the most was the change in Lao Zhao's attitude towards health. In the past, he always focused on work, and it was the norm to stay up late overtime, and occasionally he would drink until late at night for socializing. But recently, I've noticed that he's starting to pay attention to his health, taking time out to exercise every day, and his diet has become much lighter. During a casual conversation, he smiled and said to me: "Now, I understand that the body is the capital of the revolution." I used to work too hard, but now I have to take good care of it. ”
As time went on, I felt more and more deeply that the men in the unit between the ages of 45 and 50 were quietly transforming in an imperceptible way. They are no longer just "warriors" who do their best for their work, but also become the pillars of the family, the wise men in the team, and the wise men in life. They have learned to find balance in their busyness, to grow in the midst of challenges, and to become more resilient and gentle over the years.
Thinking back to that afternoon, I realized that I had been ignoring the precious beings around me. They use their actions to interpret what is responsibility, what is responsibility, and what is growth. Now, when I look at Lao Zhao's still busy but more calm figure again, my heart is full of respect and gratitude. Because I know that it is because of their presence that our unit is warmer and more powerful.