Work hard, live longer

Since the 16th-century Protestant Reformation spawned the work ethic, many believe that the job gives meaning, purpose, and structure to their lives. More than 50 percent of American workers today “get a sense of identity” from their job.

But as technology improves and more industrie...

1. We feel empty, frustrated, or anxious because we desire to have a meaningful life.
2. Everything can be taken away from a person except the freedom to choose their attitude in any given circumstance.
3. He who has a why to live for can bear almost anything.
4. Humor can he...

• The Goldilocks Rule states that humans experience peak motivation when working on tasks that are right on the edge of their current abilities.
• As habits become routine, they become less interesting and less satisfying. We get bored.
• Anyone can work hard when they feel motivat...