James Suzman wrote a great book about the history of work, very insighful and easy-to-read

Hunter gatherers worked less and were happier, it has been said many times now. One reason is that we are driven by a scarcity culture that can be questioned.

One can’t be happy if the goal posts keep moving. 

Alternate short term gratification and long term gratification for work and for other activities.

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