The article critiques contemporary career satisfaction, presenting Rutger Bregman's 'Moral Ambition' as a call to action for adults to find more meaningful work. Bregman challenges the notion of spending a career engaged in ethically vacuous tasks, such as aiding tax avoidance or telemarketing. He draws attention to the 'bullshit jobs' concept, previously mentioned by anthropologist David Graeber, suggesting that many professions do not contribute to societal well-being. The author encourages readers to seek fulfillment through meaningful endeavors, particularly in light of pressing global issues such as climate change and authoritarianism.
Bregman emphasizes that many traditional jobs lack ethical value, urging readers to reconsider their career choices for a more fulfilling life while addressing societal issues.
The author highlights the importance of contributing to society positively, rather than engaging in work that feels spiritually bankrupt or ethically dubious, like avoiding taxes.
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