
Joseph Choi: Building a Meaningful Career in the Modern World
Creative in Process
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Prioritizing Basic Needs Before Creative Pursuits
The concept of Maslow's hierarchy of needs emphasizes the importance of satisfying basic needs before pursuing higher creative needs. It's considered normal to prioritize physical, mental, and financial well-being over creative endeavors. Many financially stable individuals in tech still engage in side projects because they have the energy to pursue creative endeavors. Prioritizing health and basic needs before pursuing full-time creative work seems to be a popular and effective approach for living creatively.
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