In Defense of Old-Fashioned Hard Work

In Defense of Old-Fashioned Hard Work
Just as hunger makes food taste better, hard work makes our leisure time all the more satisfying. Dusan Petkovic/Shutterstock
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Every generation thinks that the value of hard work is being lost forever, but something feels different this time.

Technology has removed the friction from so much of everyday life. Shopping online is way easier than going to the store. Social media and texting are way less complicated than in-person communication. And Netflix is the simplest way in history to entertain yourself for hours on end.

Mike Donghia
Mike Donghia
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Mike Donghia and his wife, Mollie, blog at This Evergreen Home where they share their experience with living simply, intentionally, and relationally in this modern world. You can follow along by subscribing to their twice-weekly newsletter.
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