Showerthoughts

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A "Showerthought" is a simple term used to describe the thoughts that pop into your head while you're doing everyday things like taking a shower, driving, or just daydreaming. A showerthought should offer a unique perspective on an ordinary part of life.

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I'm listening to a motivational speaker at a corporate conference when I realize... (self.showerthoughts)

submitted 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago) by Rhynoplaz to c/showerthoughts

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Corporate America has programmed people to HUSTLE! BE THE BEST! ACHIEVE! MAKE MORE MONEY!!! for so long that they now need to pay someone to come and teach us how to relax, enjoy the moment and be happy again.

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[–] slazer2au 11 points 2 months ago (2 children)

you are shocked to realise that an entity that exists purely to gain money is advocating make more money?

[–] Rhynoplaz 9 points 2 months ago

Not shocked at all. I just think it's funny that they have to hire someone to cancel out the brainwashing they've done and teach us how to be happy again.

[–] gsfraley 6 points 2 months ago* (last edited 2 months ago)

For me, it's more that our species of primate's general wellbeing and health was hijacked by a cancer-like abstract concept.