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For a long time I fought with a family member using this exact same argument. Eventually, I realized that his only truly happy state is when he is wrapped up an

For a long time I fought with a family member using this exact same argument. Eventually, I realized that his only truly happy state is when he is wrapped up and engaged in his work, and even a little stressed by it. I learned the lesson when he had to take some time off of work due to a health problem, and I never saw him more depressed and miserable than when he couldn't work. There's many ways to enjoy life, and not everyone fits the mold you describe to achieve fulfillment.

tgtweak 7y ago
Most C levels I know don't consider work to be work in the way you'd consider a 9-5 position - to be in that position with challenges that can take years to overcome, and recognition... Its not a stretch to see why some enjoy it enough to spend their time on it. I see many in retirement that are just as consumed by their hobbies as they were with their careers. Spending that time away from family however is difficult to justify.