Hustle Culture and the Phantasm of Freedom (In-Person)

Does hustle culture make us freer, or does it create the illusion of freedom?

Modern society often associates freedom with financial independence, productivity, and personal success. We're encouraged to work harder, improve ourselves, and make the most of every opportunity. But are we genuinely pursuing our own goals, or are our ambitions shaped by the economic system we live in?

In this Philosophy Now article, Daneyal Afaqui draws on the philosophy of Theodor Adorno to challenge our understanding of freedom and autonomy. He argues that hustle culture may actually reinforce the very social and economic structures that limit our freedom.

Join us for a thoughtful discussion as we'll explore the relationship between work, productivity, and personal freedom.

Questions to consider:

What is the role of rationality in living a good life? What are the markers of a flourishing life in our modern society? And what does genuine freedom look like in a continually changing world?

Suggested reading:

https://philosophynow.org/issues/175/HustleCultureandtheIllusionofFreedom

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