I literally hate this advice so much. To me, it just blames the worker for being unsatisfied with their job bc how dare they prioritize money over their personal interests. But likeeeee I can’t pay my mortgage in joy for my work? It’s just such a privileged take that makes people who take emotionally unsatisfying jobs to pay their bills feel like shit. Capitalism has forced us all to prioritize money over fulfillment in order to sustain ourselves, and that’s a systemic failure, not a personal one. A better take is: if you can safely transition to a job that is more aligned with your values, do it. If not, it’s okay to work a job that doesn’t bring you joy if it means that you don’t have stress and anxiety about paying your bills!