'I can't believe they pay us to play baseball - something we did for free as kids.'
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The speaker expresses gratitude that paid work resembles a childhood hobby, highlighting the joy of the profession.
- In plain terms
- I can't believe we get paid to play baseball; we did it for free as kids.
- What can you take from it?
- Cherish work that feels like play.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- When did play become work?
- How to stay grateful?
Another view
It overlooks the hard work and risks involved.
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