S2E90 Revisiting the Blessing of Work

Published: Nov. 10, 2022, 5 a.m.

In today\u2019s world, many people see work as something to be endured, not enjoyed. In a replay of this special episode, Brian explains why our culture\u2019s definition of success needs to be re-examined, why a lack of self-control and an inability to delay gratification mean people get stuck in jobs they dislike and why, when done in the right way, work offers far more than just financial reward and is the key to the good life.

  

YOU WILL LEARN:

\xb7     Why work is often perceived as a curse.

\xb7     The three blessings of work.  

\xb7     The best way to work.

 

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

 

S2E89, The Invisible Crisis with Nicholas Eberstadt

 

S1E191, Do the Hustle

 

\u201cLivin\u2019 for the Weekend,\u201d by The O\u2019Jays

 

INSPIRATIONAL QUOTES FROM THIS EPISODE:

 

\u201cOpportunity is missed by most people because it's dressed in overalls and looks like work.\u201d \u2013 Thomas Edison

 

\u201cHard work spotlights the character of people; some turn up their sleeves, some turn up their noses and some don't turn up at all.\u201d \u2013 Sam Ewing

 

\u201cOur economic decisions can doom us to doing jobs we hate and they can eliminate our choices.\u201d \u2013 Brian Buffini

 

\u201cWhen work is your blessing and you do so much of it, your life is more of a blessing. It's more of a contributor to the good life that you want to live.\u201d \u2013 Brian Buffini

 

\u201cWhen you view work as a blessing and not a curse, those who come after you will see work as a blessing and not a curse and their work will impact others.\u201d \u2013 Brian Buffini



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