Kinda off topic, but some people might relate:-
So recently I've been hustling pretty hard to get some online work going. I feel Im not kinda going full steam at it though, and I think it's because in the back of my mind I feel like I should be doing something contributive, not just working for myself.
I know you can argue that freelancing or internet business is adding value for people, but I guess part of me needs something bigger than that - it feels like unless I'm really making a difference in people's lives, really making an impact in an area I see as important (e.g. sustainability, poverty, physical / mental health, etc), then I'm being selfish.
The trouble is, I also feel like I've just gotta hustle hard to get my finances sorted, and it's more than enough on my plate just getting a freelance gig or internet biz going that will pay the bills.
Part of the guilt comes from living in SE Asia and having my eyes opened. Seeing some people really struggle with very little opportunity or way out. And the flip side, seeing people get by on a fraction of the average western wage, and in many cases seeming just as happy or happier. It really seems to highlight how ludicrous our income "needs" are, and makes me feel guilty for just focussing on my own welfare so much, when so many people have so much less opportunity.
Anyone else get this? Kinda of a conflict between looking our for yourself, and contributing to others. Ironically, I feel like the conflict actually hinders me from do either one effectively.
What do you reckon? Do you agree, do you think it's self-indulgent BS? Like to hear your take..
Rich
So recently I've been hustling pretty hard to get some online work going. I feel Im not kinda going full steam at it though, and I think it's because in the back of my mind I feel like I should be doing something contributive, not just working for myself.
I know you can argue that freelancing or internet business is adding value for people, but I guess part of me needs something bigger than that - it feels like unless I'm really making a difference in people's lives, really making an impact in an area I see as important (e.g. sustainability, poverty, physical / mental health, etc), then I'm being selfish.
The trouble is, I also feel like I've just gotta hustle hard to get my finances sorted, and it's more than enough on my plate just getting a freelance gig or internet biz going that will pay the bills.
Part of the guilt comes from living in SE Asia and having my eyes opened. Seeing some people really struggle with very little opportunity or way out. And the flip side, seeing people get by on a fraction of the average western wage, and in many cases seeming just as happy or happier. It really seems to highlight how ludicrous our income "needs" are, and makes me feel guilty for just focussing on my own welfare so much, when so many people have so much less opportunity.
Anyone else get this? Kinda of a conflict between looking our for yourself, and contributing to others. Ironically, I feel like the conflict actually hinders me from do either one effectively.
What do you reckon? Do you agree, do you think it's self-indulgent BS? Like to hear your take..
Rich