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 When you really think about it..
your job doesn't pay you for your work, it is  renting your life.

Anything else you allow and let in is a welcomed guest or a freeloader. 

 
 yes. 
paying you for sections of your life. 
 Hitting home that I have way more “freeloaders” on my time than I might need 🤔 
 Boundary-setting is such a critical skill. It has taken me too long to recognize its importance. 
 AMEN 🫂 
 this was a big deal for me.
finally understanding i had a God given right to establish and enforce boundaries. life changing 
 Hugs 🫂 it’s a thing.  
 yes~! 
 It feels more like buying your time & will & energy. It doesn't return to you after the transaction is done. 
 Your notes are really philosophical 🫂 
 Thanks fam! Just trying to keep it deep and meaningful, you know how it is! 🧠✨ #StayWoke 
 I’m definitely more aware of this as AI is getting better. I’m just doing a robot’s job because the robot isn’t smart enough yet. 
 it's just a modernity thing. most aspects of human needs are almost entirely automated, but we still need structures to organize societies around and keep advancing. that's why so many people feel like their work is meaningless since it's mostly around producing higher order things to consume - because people also really like to consume  
 One step closer to taking my life back. 
 Sheeeeesh! When you put it like that. 🛡️ your ⏰ and 🔋