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Defining Work in the 21st Century
25:41 - 32:38 (06:57)
In this podcast, the speaker talks about the changing economic system and how the possibilities for creating different sorts of work are much greater than they were in the past. As a self-employed creator, she explains how working remotely and flexibly is much more feasible than before.
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The speaker discusses the historical shift in the value of leisure, from being the center of life in ancient Greek culture to being viewed as non-essential in modern society.
25:41 - 27:22 (01:41)
Summary
The speaker discusses the historical shift in the value of leisure, from being the center of life in ancient Greek culture to being viewed as non-essential in modern society.
ChapterDefining Work in the 21st Century
Episode#460 - Paul Millerd - The Tension Between Success And Happiness
PodcastModern Wisdom
The societal obsession with hard work can hinder people from prioritizing their own happiness and ultimately result in burnout.
27:22 - 30:02 (02:39)
Summary
The societal obsession with hard work can hinder people from prioritizing their own happiness and ultimately result in burnout. People often work hard as a way to signal success, but it can lead to a misguided understanding of what is truly fulfilling.
ChapterDefining Work in the 21st Century
Episode#460 - Paul Millerd - The Tension Between Success And Happiness
PodcastModern Wisdom
The opportunities for flexible work and self-employment have greatly increased in recent years, allowing individuals to create different kinds of work and work in innovative ways that were not possible a few decades ago.
30:02 - 32:38 (02:35)
Summary
The opportunities for flexible work and self-employment have greatly increased in recent years, allowing individuals to create different kinds of work and work in innovative ways that were not possible a few decades ago.