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Does working hard make you a good person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
Originally posted by Dissident Dan
Does working hard make you a good person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
Originally posted by Dissident Dan
Does working hard make you a good person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
Originally posted by Iacchus32
All we need do is consider the strong "work ethic" of the German and Japanese peoples prior to world War II. Combine that with a strong sense of national pride and what do you get?
Originally posted by steersman
According to Max Weber, the protestant ethic (and its concept of 'the calling') coupled with the spirit of capitalism made prtoestants wealthy in the 18th century.
They did however, refrain from indulging in their wealth. In this case, hard work was definitely perceived as a good thing because it honoured god. Moral asceticism demonstrated puritanical faith.
Originally posted by Dissident Dan
Does working hard make you a good person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
Loren Booda said:First determine the motive behind the hard work.
Dissident Dan said:Does working hard make you a good person?
Does being lazy make you a bad person?
ogb p said:From the subjective perspective of a master (employer): A hard working slave (employee) is better than a lazy one.
From the subjective perspective of a hedonist: Playing hard is working hard.
From the subjective perspective of Larry Wall (creator of the PERL scripting language): Laziness is a programmers greatest virtue.
From yet another subjective perspective: We work inorder to afford our laziness.
No, working hard does not automatically make someone a good person. While hard work is a valuable trait, it does not define a person's character. Other qualities such as honesty, kindness, and empathy also play a role in determining a person's goodness.
Yes, someone can be a good person without working hard. Goodness is not solely based on external actions or achievements. A person's intentions, values, and treatment of others are also important factors in defining their goodness.
Working hard can have both positive and negative impacts on a person's morality. On one hand, it can cultivate virtues such as discipline, perseverance, and responsibility. On the other hand, it can also lead to negative consequences such as burnout, neglect of relationships, and unethical behavior in pursuit of success.
No, working hard is not a reliable indicator of a person's worth. Worth is subjective and cannot be measured solely by one's work ethic or accomplishments. Each individual has their own unique qualities and contributions that make them valuable.
Finding a balance between working hard and other aspects of life is important for overall well-being. This can be achieved by setting boundaries and priorities, taking breaks, and engaging in self-care activities. It is also important to remember that success and fulfillment can come from various areas of life, not just work.