A research survey examines the relationship between paid work and human wellbeing across multiple populations and countries, identifying three key factors—agency and choice, alternative sources of work's benefits, and social context—that mediate this relationship. The study draws empirical evidence from the unemployed, retirees, lottery winners, and others to inform policy considerations for AI-induced economic transformations.
The article explores methods to reduce social media addiction on phones, arguing that smartphones themselves aren't the problem but rather the apps, particularly social media. It presents four practical strategies: physically distancing your phone, using social media only on laptops, replacing your smartphone with a watch or dumbphone, and locking yourself out of accounts with a partner's help.