Post B0Y0LCF1CD06otyidE by lwriemen@social.librem.one
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 (DIR) Post #B0TcHFMeT2K5odIDnE by kyle@mastodon.kylerank.in
       2025-11-21T17:08:29Z
       
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       It was popular career advice for the last generation or so, to advise kids “do what you love”. It’s well-meaning, but the older I get the less I think it's good advice. It sets people up to seek happiness and fulfillment primarily in their careers, which for many, may not set you up for success *or* happiness.I lean toward "do what you are good at" that can pay the bills, and then seek happiness and fulfillment outside of work, where you are more likely to find it.
       
 (DIR) Post #B0TcM7DYBUUBzrMDXE by kyle@mastodon.kylerank.in
       2025-11-21T17:09:23Z
       
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       I think the advice came out of the Gen X aversion to "selling out" which was among the biggest crimes of our generation, but isn't really something subsequent generations care about.
       
 (DIR) Post #B0Te2bQIN3nLnJ8rlw by kyle@mastodon.kylerank.in
       2025-11-21T17:28:16Z
       
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       If you are younger and want a primer on the Gen X sentiment toward selling out, I recommend the classic Gen X movie Reality Bites.
       
 (DIR) Post #B0Y0LCF1CD06otyidE by lwriemen@social.librem.one
       2025-11-23T19:56:54Z
       
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       @kyle ...if you have the money and the time.