And enough for me that when my hand touched your shoulder, you leaned on me; and when you felt me slip away, you called my name.
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The best thing about my job, though, is stopping at the end of the day and rejoining the human universe.
Interpretation
What this quote means
The joy of work comes from connecting with people after a day of responsibility.
Orson Scott Card expresses that the most fulfilling aspect of his job is not just the tasks he performs but the ability to pause at the end of the day and reconnect with others. This highlights the importance of social connections and community in our lives, suggesting that work should lead us back to shared human experiences rather than isolate us in our individual roles.
Themes
WorkConnectionCommunityRelationshipsFulfillment
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech for employees emphasizing work-life balance.
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