Occupational identity
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Mar 14, 2022
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I was having a discussion with some friends the other day when the following sentence came up (paraphrased): "I don't want to send my kids to that type of school because their curriculum is anti-[his profession]." I thought that was an odd position to take, both because it's probably completely untrue, but also because I can't imagine identifying myself so strongly with my job. I have a job, I'm somewhat proud of it, and I mostly like it. But at the end of the day (literally), I stop doing my job and go home and don't think about it. I think my job suits me well, but if I didn't have to do it anymore, I'd quit literally this second. I'm defined by a lot of things, and one of those things is certainly my occupation. But I would never say I'm primarily defined by my job. If you or a school or anyone wants to criticize my profession or my industry, go for it. It's certainly warranted. The idea that a job is central to your identity and is above reproach is completely foreign to me. #business
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