The booming economy and omnipresent technology give people the impression they're invincible, says Lanson, the psychologist. Then a crisis strikes. Or they realize that life can be easier. That's when people begin to reassess their priorities. That accounts for the movement toward finding fulfillment and meaning in work, Lanson says.
People spend many hours at work.
They want work that reflects their passion. They want to feel they're making a contribution.'' Making choices The thriving economy and labor shortage combined doesn't always add up to burnout. It also can give people more choices about work, whether stepping out on their own, quitting work entirely or crafting a more flexible schedule with their employer. And people thriving most in the new economy are those who have used those choices to negotiate a life that combines both work and family. For example, at the same time more Minnesotans are extending their work weeks, a significant number also are slowing down.