This is Marx's theory of alienation. Textbook example. For me, when I realise this I quit and move on until the cycle repeats itself. I'm currently working for

This is Marx's theory of alienation. Textbook example. For me, when I realise this I quit and move on until the cycle repeats itself. I'm currently working for myself though so it's a bit different! I think all the cool libraries that occur are a form of release valve for alienation. Engineers working in alienating jobs can at least do something of personal interest.