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The Parable of the Three Bricklayers
The story emphasizes the importance of perspective in valuing work. It critiques the notion that all labor must contribute to a grand purpose, like building a cathedral. Instead, it acknowledges the realities faced by individuals in various jobs, such as a bricklayer working on a mundane task like a parking lot wall. In this context, it's acceptable for a worker to simply state their role in a practical manner—'I'm laying bricks.' This highlights a practical approach to work where money is the primary motivation, while seeking meaning and fulfillment in other aspects of life, separate from their job.
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