A new video essay by Alastair explores how social media pressure can strip the joy from creative hobbies, turning them into unpaid labor. He highlights that the focus on sharing often overshadows the enjoyment of the activity itself, leading to a rush for polished outcomes rather than a natural learning process. This shift alters our relationship with hobbies, making them feel more like work and diminishing the simple pleasure of creation. Alastair argues that this trend is detrimental, as it prevents people from engaging in activities solely for enjoyment.
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