Traditional_Aioli837 t1_j1tzjtz wrote
I cannot say I’ve ever experienced work related guilt in my life. I guess my secret is remembering that if I dropped dead tomorrow, literally any employer would emotionlessly replace me before my body got cold and maybe even write me up for not finding coverage.
Death is forever and employment is exchanging time we’ll never get back in order to afford living in a world we didn’t choose to be born into. They don’t care about you. Stop caring so much about them. The average worker works more hours per week than the average medieval serf.
Other_Account_6435 OP t1_j1wbqi2 wrote
Sometimes I believe strongly in the impact I make and can make at work but I believe it's good to understand the truth that we are all pretty much replaceable. It relieves some pressure I feel. It may sound cold and cynical that they don't care but I think there is some truth in that. It helps relieve some guilt. Thank you for sharing.
Traditional_Aioli837 t1_j1wc2lr wrote
You are welcome. And I hope I don’t come across as too cynical, because making an impact and feeling like your job is meaningful is a really lucky and wonderful thing! It’s just about finding a balance and reminding yourself that your health should always come first.
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