Stop Looking for the Perfect Job - a "Good Enough Job" is Just Fine

In this episode of "The Happiness Lab," Dr. Laurie Santos interviews Simone Stolzoff, author of "The Good Enough Job," about the phenomenon of "workism," where work becomes akin to a religious identity, providing purpose, community, and meaning. They discuss the historical trends that have led to this, including the decline of religion and the rise of individualism, and the psychological and social costs of overwork, such as burnout and neglecting other aspects of life. Stolzoff suggests strategies for reevaluating the role of work, such as setting up non-work time, avoiding the optimization mindset, investing in multiple identities, and defining one's relationship with work to prioritize life outside of the office.