Unicorns Still Exist

One of the sneaky little benefits of writing a daily blog is the privilege of looking back at old writings. Every now and then, I'll take a peek at what I wrote on this day over the years. Today, I stumbled upon this little gem from this day, April 5th, 2024.

In some ways, the ideas I shared in this post two years ago are even more controversial now than ever. The sentiment in our prevailing culture is that we're all screwed, relegated to a life of mere tolerance at best, or misery at worst.

Today, just as much as ever, I'll die on the hill that not only is living a meaning over money life possible, but critical to our wellbeing. Sure, if we want to constantly pursue money, stuff, and status, we might find some of that. It's the American way, after all. There is no lack of people telling each of us to make that the focal point of our pursuits.

On the other hand, pursuing meaning is a continually difficult endeavor. It oftentimes requires us to make sacrifices and turn our backs on the cultural definitions of success. At the same time, we may find ourselves battling the societal pressures and expectations thrust upon us.

I believed those words two years ago when I wrote them, and I still believe them today. Pursuing meaning never gets easier, but it 100% gets progressively more fulfilling as the years pass and momentum builds. Some of you know exactly what I'm talking about, and some will hopefully find out soon.

The world tells you that you can't. I'm telling you that you can. Decide which one you believe, and act accordingly.

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