“You should be happy you even have a job!”

Have you ever complained about some toxic aspect of your job and been told this? It is good to feel gratitude for the comforts and privileges one has, to be sure, but perhaps comfort and privilege is not what your life is supposed to be about. What about autonomy, self-determination, meaningful and satisfying work? What are your values when it comes to work? When it comes to all aspects of life? Do your employer’s values clash with these? You probably shouldn’t just quit right away, but perhaps it’s time to start setting an intention to take your working life in a direction consistent with your values.

What are you here to do?