re: Life Is Just One Big Lie (100% SRS) (Theory) (Controversial)

I think your post is pessimistic and a bit whiny, but I will say that I believe most parents, educators, and mentors today are doing a poor job of preparing children for the practical aspects of life. Expectations are all out of whack. People don't know the very basics of money management. Many young people (in their 20s) have no idea how to handle a serious relationship, etc.

And your point about work is wrong. I'm actually convinced that in many fields you could chop about 30% of the labor force and get similar production. White collar workers all over the country spend a lot of time on the internet, smoking and joking around the water cooler, etc. There isn't enough work to go around (especially in government). But putting all of those people out of work would be bad for the economy and society.