I did not say wasting their lives. I said their brilliant minds are wasted (from doing something that could be both more fulfilling and impactful). Personal ma

I did not say wasting their lives. I said their brilliant minds are wasted (from doing something that could be both more fulfilling and impactful). Personal mastery is good and enjoyable for the person. What if the person can achieve that as well as having a positive impact on others? I believe humanities, arts, and philosophy have a great deal to offer to the world. (Tangential: When you say you are sorry for your viewpoint/life/.., as you did twice in this thread, are you being condescending while assuming a lot on the people you talk to?)