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Feeling disillusioned with the system is something many people go through, especially when faced with the challenges and inequities of modern life. It’s okay to feel this way, but it’s also important to find a way forward that feels meaningful to you.
Start by asking yourself what truly matters to you—not what society or others expect, but what you value. Is it financial independence? Helping others? Building something creative or meaningful? When you connect your work to a purpose that resonates with you, it can be easier to find motivation.
Another approach is to focus on small, achievable goals. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed when looking at the big picture, but progress—even in small steps—builds momentum. You don’t have to “buy into” the entire system to create a life that works for you. Sometimes, the goal isn’t to fix the system but to carve out your own space within it.
Finally, surround yourself with people and influences that inspire you. Whether it’s friends, mentors, or even online communities, having others to learn from and lean on can make a big difference. Change starts small, and often, just starting can help you see things in a new light.
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God I hate the time we live in.
What a non answer in an answer.
No personal emotion or feelings of empathy or understanding.
Cold and sterile, with sweeping statements for all self blame and action.
Like a voice that never has been tested or had to put the effort in.