Humanize Your Life

I believe that the activities we partake in without expecting a return on investment, such as money or other forms of returns, are the ones that define our identity and who we are as people. These activities are often the ones we remember and recall as we grow older. For instance, when we travel, we often recall our trips and talk about them for the rest of our lives. Falling in love with someone can become a very deep part of us, more valuable than any amount of money. Similarly, lifelong friendships have a value that cannot be measured monetarily. Additionally, walking in a park, chatting with family, going out with friends, attending events, or going to music concerts are all activities that enrich our human experience.

On the other hand, engaging constantly in activities solely for the sake of a return on investment dehumanizes us. We tend not to remember these activities as they are done just to get something in return. For example, spending thousands of hours developing a website for profit or wasting time in a 9-to-5 office job reduces us from being human to being tools, either for our own gain or for others to make profits.

Therefore, we must strive to increase humanizing activities in our lives and decrease dehumanizing activities. This means working less and living more, even if it goes against the conventional wisdom of hustle and constant work. Delegating tasks whenever possible and pursuing our passions can lead to a more fulfilling and humanizing life. Even when doing something we love, we must be cautious not to let it become dehumanizing as it turns into a job.