Passion versus Obligation in Work

The speaker describes how beauty was a huge motivator for a person who investigated various fields including art, science, and nature. The speaker mentions that Steve Jobs also valued beauty and elegance in his products, striving for aesthetic perfection. The speaker then poses a question about who would work harder: someone studying human anatomy out of obligation or someone who is transfixed by the beauty of the human body. The speaker suggests that finding a career that one finds beautiful is more helpful than simply finding a passion, as it can lead to success and enjoyment.