Millennials are exhausted by working more for less.

https://lemmy.world/post/13942559

Millennials are exhausted by working more for less. - Lemmy.World

(water is wet and fire is hot).

Okay, I can’t actually get work at the moment, I’ve ended up in the “precariat” despite my MSc because I didn’t understand what would be helpful in the labour market when I was younger. Didn’t have a supportive family, to make something of an understatement. So my question is, shall I kill myself? I’ve worked very hard in physical jobs so it’s not laziness, the labour market is just very cruel and is happy to kill me.
Oh please don’t let capitalism kill you.
Deaths of despair, you know? I just want something productive to do that doesn’t destroy my mind and body and actually pays a proper living wage. I feel like I’ve got a lot to offer but I’m not able to work the system like some people. Or even navigate it.
I completely understand. I’m sorry amigo. Do you think maybe some volunteer work would be an idea at least to feel productive?
I’ve done so much work for no pay in my life I think I need to swear off it, but in principle yes, volunteer work is not a bad thing.
I just wonder if it would make you feel occupied. I understand.
Yes in that respect it would be good, maybe I should consider it again. It’s silly though, if that work needs doing maybe it deserves a wage.
i’m reading your comments and i don’t have an answer for you. you sound really discouraged. i hope you will find a reason to stick around, and i hope it gets better for you soon. ❤️
Thank you, I appreciate it!