• Fennario@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    The knowledge that I have to go to work for the rest of my life. Other people get to live remarkable lives, and I don’t. This is it. Forever.

    • MigratingtoLemmy@lemmy.world
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      1 year ago

      On the flip side, you earn as long as you work. Assuming you earn a decent amount, you can invest it into your hobbies

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        1 year ago

        Not impossible, but I’ve failed thus far. Most people do. There aren’t a lot of exciting jobs in the world and a lot of people who want them.

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      Meh. Ikigai. Lagom.

      I have a job that, when I work it, gives me validation and food-money. I can do this forever. I don’t need more than the basic needs and a bit for special stuff. That’s enough.

      • ingy@lemmy.ml
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        1 year ago

        Thanks for the share of the word “Ikigai”. I recently changed careers and became a care aid. I think I’ve found a really good Ikigai balance with my work.