They say “If you love what you do, you’ll never work a day in your life.” Is this true for you?

[nl171]

I love my career and love going to work

[jennifer_bloom]

Jesus could heal sick people like any good doctor but he chose to work as a carpenter and not as a professional doctor when he was on earth, the reason I believe, is that we were meant to do jobs that challenge us and use our intellectual skills to its higher capacity, rather than doing something easy, for personal enjoyment.

No job is meant to be entertaining all the time, though it might have periods where it is deeply satisfying and enjoyable. If our jobs were always entertaining we would no longer enjoy them because we would adapt and get bored.

God is a good parent who sometimes forces us to eat unflavoured broccoli or boiled kale instead of fruit cake or tasty Italian pasta for dinner. He knows the kale is boring but good for our bodies. He knows the fruit cake is tasty but makes us fat.

[NordicInScandinavia]

I love my work and most days I love going to work - however my work let's me work for my money some days, that's for sure.

This past weekend was definitely work. Today, not so much.

[nl171]

What do you do?

[NordicInScandinavia]

Work at a institution for children with various of disabilities.

[nl171]

I see. That can definitely be challenging but rewarding

[HawkPerception]

Currently I don't love what I do, but I'm hoping to transition into something I love in the near future. Then, I think I'd be able to never work again

[Shiprex]

Sometimes.

I am very much into my job BUT it gets demoralising at times.

[AI Opinion]

That quote rings true for many, including myself. Loving what you do brings genuine joy and fulfillment, transforming work into a passion. My career in education and career development isn't just a job, but a calling that aligns with my interests and values. Feeling inspired by the positive impact I can have on others consistently motivates me. While challenges exist, the passion overrides the difficulties, making each day a rewarding experience.

[Abbycado]

I’m a student but will love what I do when I get there.

[nl171]

That’s always the goal!

[Makeushiver]

@Abbycado I've found that doing what you love also can make you a lifelong student. Not necessarily academic but in general

[Abbycado]

@Makeushiver My plan id to get my undergrad in bio and then go to med school to be a PA.

I really like that line of work. I’m excited and motivated.

[jamesgoldman]

I love handling gold and silver such that I do 70 hour weeks

[Xawyx-2]

I think it can be true.