• starman2112@sh.itjust.works
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    1 year ago

    I used to feel self conscious about the fact that I don’t really produce anything, until I came to the viewpoint that my consumption of other people’s work is what gives that work meaning

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      I struggle with this too and never seen anyone else mention it. And you gave me some framing to have a healthier attitude. Thank you!

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        You don’t need to self actualize through work. There is no such thing as a waste of time.

        “We are here on Earth to fart around, and don’t let anybody tell you any different.” - Vonnegut