“Workists” are people who find most of their life’s meaning through their work. Critics have bemoaned the fact that workism is on the rise, encouraging us instead to find meaning in family relationships, or in helping to make the world a better place. Associate Professor Matthew Hammerton, a philosopher from the Singapore Management University, defends workism. He argues against common criticisms, saying that finding meaning primarily in your work will not necessarily lead you to live an unbalanced life, and is no more risky than finding more meaning in relationships or in other activities.
