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#146 Separating Work & Identity - Simone Stolzoff on the myth of a "Dream Job," last-minute around the world trip, journalism, work, identity, writing his book, knowing when to quit, and the dangers of turning passion into a livelihood

The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd

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The Importance of Prioritizing Work

I've been trying to remix the Michael Paulin quote which is like eat not too much mostly plants and I've been applying it to work. Some people love what they do for work and some people do what they have to do for work but neither is more noble. treat work with lightness see how it fits in your life does it provide meaning keep going if not maybe lead back a little is that resonant? Do you think it's worth searching for a vocational soulmate as you put it or would you rather focus on other aspects of your life, such as home-cooked meals; or are there any things we can all learn from each other about working hard at our jobs?

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