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It's curious that modern life has brought this sort of angst. I mean, long ago you would work in farming or as a blacksmith all your life and that would be it.
by forinti 6y ago
It's curious that modern life has brought this sort of angst.
I mean, long ago you would work in farming or as a blacksmith all your life and that would be it.
With such constant change nowadays, you can't help but feel that you are always on a tightrope. Late capitalism has made everyone expendable; you have to prove yourself constantly.
Also, inequality takes away some of your freedom. Sometimes I wish I could take some time off from IT and do something simpler like wait tables or walk dogs. But it just is not possible to take such a huge pay cut.
- NamTaf 6y agoI'm not entirely buying it. You might be a blacksmith, but eventually you'll become the master of the shop, take on some apprentices under you, and take on more high-level responsibilities. You might still get to work iron periodically (especially if it's a complex, artisan piece) but more of your day will be consumed with balancing books, managing contracts of supplies, client liason, etc. I don't think that's really evolved a great deal compared to the OP's sitaution.
- mulmboy 6y agoPlenty of people live on the wage from waiting tables or walking dogs. Of course it's possible for you - it's just a lifestyle change.