The Pathless Path with Paul Millerd #170 Apprenticeships, Sabbaticals & "Good Work" — Steve Schlafman & Matt Yao on slowing down, deprogramming, unlearning, learning from others, deciding to quit, going on a sabbatical, not being jealous anymore, competitiveness and enoughness, finding good work, ambition, the apprenticeship, Downshift, decelerator, marriage, family and reframing money
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Mar 18, 2024 
Steve and Matt discuss slowing down, unlearning, sabbaticals, finding good work, letting go of jealousy, competitiveness vs enoughness, Matt's apprenticeship, Downshift program, ambition, marriage, family, reframing money, launching decelerator.
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Steve's Work Ethic Origins
- Steve Schlafman's mother worked two jobs to provide for her family, instilling a strong work ethic in him.
- His father's lack of work ethic offered a contrasting lesson, but the need for security through work prevailed.
Matt's Upbringing and Work Views
- Matt Yao's parents, immigrants from China, emphasized hard work and achievement to succeed in the US.
- Despite this, they encouraged his natural curiosity, leading him to question traditional work views later on.
The Void of Bonuses
- Steve realized that increased financial bonuses did not equate to increased happiness or fulfillment.
- This realization prompted a seven-year journey of self-discovery and a shift towards slowing down.