To the Liberation of the Hearth
In tranquil dales, where rivers flow,
And gentle breezes softly blow,
There lies a path less trod with pain,
Where souls find peace, not bound by chain.
In yonder years, beneath the yoke,
Where time itself seemed but a joke,
A weary heart would scarce believe,
In morning's light, could reprieve.
The world was vast, yet walls closed in,
A dreary cell, a din of din,
Where light was dim, and air was stale,
A ship adrift, with tattered sail.
But lo, a storm, with fury sent,
Did rend the veil, the walls it rent.
And in its wake, a new dawn broke,
A freedom found, the spirit woke.
No longer chained to desk or door,
A boundless sky, a distant shore.
The mind could wander, heart could soar,
In pastures green, forevermore.
For in the silence, wisdom found,
A deeper call, a sweeter sound.
The soul's own work, a craft so fine,
In nature's arms, does intertwine.
So let us toast, with cup o'erflowed,
To paths untrod, and love bestowed.
For in the quiet, we discern,
The truest joy, for which we yearn.
Burns might smile, from heavens above,
At hearts unchained, in labor of love.
A tale not of toil, but of grace,
In life's own book, a brighter space.
A tranquil life is unequivocally superior. Remote work has encountered criticism from certain sectors—specifically, those who derive profit, vitality, and labor from others. Yet, since transitioning to working from home, I have noticed a significant improvement in my mental well-being.
My initial years in the workforce, during the post-pandemic era, painted a bleak and exhausting picture of adult life—a world devoid of time, save for the scant remnants left by employment and the wearisome commute to and from work.
Office life was monotonous and detestable. I loathed being compelled to interact with others, despised being confined within insubstantial walls, surrounded by dim lighting, and consuming repugnant capsules of cheap coffee. All these elements were designed to fulfill the desires of a supervisor—a person who, at times, seemed not to comprehend my work, aiming to fulfill their panoptic fantasy.
The pandemic and subsequent experiences signified a rebirth for me. Thanks to these changes, I now start and finish work at reasonable hours, no longer need to commute, and choose my interactions based on desire and necessity.
Furthermore, working for international clients has not only improved my earnings but also exposed me to a radically different work philosophy: personal well-being is prioritized over productivity. Additionally, these clients are often more open to listening to ideas, as they (in my experience) believe in genuine egalitarianism, making me feel truly valued as an employee.
I enjoy my work and love programming, contributing to the creation of fun and practical applications. However, I would never return to an office environment, not even for the most prestigious position available.