You can outsource your financial planning, but is it better?
You can ask Alexa to turn out the light, but is it better?
You can hire a lawn service, but is it better?
You can load the dishwasher, but is it better?
You can flip the switch on the electric fireplace, but is it better?
You can have your groceries delivered, but is it better?
You can swipe left or right, but is it better?
You can have the mechanic change the oil, but is it better?
You can electronically pay your bills, but is it better?
You can have the landscaper plant your flower beds, but is it better?
You can hire a service to decorate for the holidays, but is it better?
You can video chat rather than show up, but is it better?
You can have AI write the letter, but is it better?
Only you can answer these questions for yourself.
Beware, because convenience may thwart meaning. Ease might kill engagement. And faster isn’t always better.
Sometimes the doing is the point.
Sometimes the work is where the life is.
What are you trading?
And is it worth it?
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