DIY CAREER
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3 STAGES OF THE CAREER ILLUSION
Career under the Original Sin
If you have a regular job, you can apply the perspective below accordingly.
STAGE I - ATTRACTION
1. The living heros
In a Darwinian society, every person who leaves youth will encounter a fundamental problem: How to survive? What strategy should I choose?
Initially, it is all about survival, then the bar is raised to succeeding, and eventually, even to flourishing in life. And here it comes, the promised land of a career. What makes the attraction of a career so powerful?
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A young man naturally looks for a role model. A hero would be a good example. The more real and alive the role model is, the better. A living hero would be perfect. There we are.
People with great careers are like great flagships at sea. They inspire awe, admiration, and desire. They are the living embodiment of faith and hope for a better future.
2. The real gods
Every great religion must promise something of great value, but beyond the current reach of an individual. The prospect of a great career inflames the imagination of so many, but why? It is one simple belief that makes a career the greatest religion on Earth. Here it is: "A good career promises a good life."
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Who doesn't want to have a good life? You can have it!
Work hard, be brave and smart, and one day, you will join the world of successful people. They own the sky! Look at their lifestyle. Heaven can be reached right here, on Earth.
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Who is capable of resisting their tempting banner of success, power, prestige, and social standing? Who would resist the ancient siren in modern disguise? And, of course, there are those who oppose a career; poor losers.
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Let them suffer.
3. The beginning of a career
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The college years are great fun, but all that matters is what happens later. The initial stages of a career vary. If a man does well, a career quickly opens the door to new life experiences. Others need to wait a bit or work harder, but eventually, they too will find new people and challenges that match their hopes and capabilities.
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Those who are not afraid to jump into the sea of professional experiences will find the risk and thrill of fierce competition. Everyone wants to climb the social ladder.
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Is this not what a good career is all about?
4. The law of career
Every career is governed by the same basic law.
It doesn't matter if it is the career of a beautiful actress, a policeman, a politician, or a scientist. This is a very powerful law:
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When our career grows, we grow!
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This dynamic seems very natural. We learn new skills, gain clients, and engage in various projects. The more we do, the better we become. After some time, the first fruits of our hard work appear.
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Our salaries grow; promotions come with more responsibility. More prestige adds to our social growth. Our circle of friends and professional contacts extends. If our career flourishes, so do we. Many people envy us, and we feel appreciated by our family and friends. The religion of career just works, and so do we. Is this not great?
5. The meaning of life
Career gives our lives direction, goals, and next steps. It supports our personal ambitions. It gives us a sense of security and hope. We can plan our future.
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Career leads to freedom, right?
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This conclusion seems so natural. Therefore, in the early stages of a career, there is only one way - forward. It's just common sense.
Life speaks for itself. How often do we hear about the dramas of people losing their jobs?
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A good career is a good thing, no doubt about it.​​
STAGE II - ABUSE
6. The first crack
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Of course, life is not black and white. A career has its shadow sides. Everyone encounters nasty people and obstacles.
There are times of fatigue, stress, problems at home, conflicts, and even boredom. But this is just part of life. Everyone suffers from time to time. There is no free ride. We need to be practical and strong. All upcoming bills and mortgages must be paid in full. Kids need to go to school, and that costs money.
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All such thoughts are justified as they point to real problems. A good career helps us combat these everyday obstacles and challenges. A mature person will embrace both the good and shadow sides of a career.
It's going to be okay. Let's move on!
7. False happiness
Have you arrived at your bliss already?
It will pass.
There is nothing you can do about it. However, the experience of the illusion of true happiness can be priceless later.
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8. The law of career stops working
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At some point, the fundamental premise and promise of a career break. The invisible link between external growth and the sense and feeling of personal growth simply does not work anymore.
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Above a certain threshold, an increase in earnings, another recognition, or a simple career advancement does not translate into improved well-being and life satisfaction.
But why exactly? Nobody knows.
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And it will get even worse!
STAGE III - DESTRUCTION
9. The shadow of career
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Why do so many dive headfirst into their careers, full of zest and hope, only to hit their forties and feel like their life force has been sucked dry? They'll be left feeling depleted, with their will to live fading fast. So many will spiral into depression or professional burnout.
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How is it that so many, instead of growing and blossoming, become addicted to alcohol, sex, or drugs? Some take on even more work to kill the inner feelings of emptiness, bitterness, or dissatisfaction and end up as workaholics. But why?
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Why do so many become lifeless corporate stock, ripe for replacement by younger and stronger people? How is it that a career that offers so much becomes a deadly trap?
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Now you know what happens to people who navigate the world of modern careers and work on autopilot.
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Are you in your mid 30s or beyond and still have an ordinary job or career?
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This means you are still under the power of the deadly curse of the Original Sin.
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God's sacred Human Harvest is your only hope!
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