Do you feel okay with the fact that most of us do jobs solely meant to be money-makers? I don't exactly enjoy my job but also can't imagine a life where I rebel and leave it all behind to go do something actually want to do with this ONE life of mine. What is the most important purpose of a job in your mind? Is it fulfillment, considering you spend most of your life doing it, or is it the income that it brings?

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I always remember the quote from a tombstone when I think about the impact I can make: “When I was young and free and my imagination had no limits, I dreamed of changing the world. As I grew older and wiser, I discovered the world would not change, so I shortened my sights somewhat and decided to change only my country. But it, too, seemed immovable. As I grew into my twilight years, in one last desperate attempt, I settled for changing only my family, those closest to me, but alas, they would have none of it. And now, as I lie on my death bed, I suddenly realize: If I had only changed myself first, then by example I would have changed my family. From their inspiration and encouragement, I would then have been able to better my country, and who knows, I may have even changed the world”.

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I worked in an impact job for several years and now I just make money from 9-5. I use my evenings and weekends for activism and mutual aid, but only when I have capacity. My family’s survival is decoupled from making a difference in the world, and it’s a better balance.

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The show “Working: what we do all day” on Netflix does a great job exploring these topics.

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Thanks for recommending this. I've been wanting to see a show that uncovers interesting topics

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I wish I could focus on fulfillment but I'm definitely more focused on what brings me money. However, the nature of my job is to help others see their goals and that makes me feel grateful that at least there is a reason to feel fulfillment.. unlike some of my friends who feel really upset with how soul-sucking and meaningless their jobs are.

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