Going to work Quote by Paula Scher
“It could be that going to work is better than being home. But you should never think of days as the weekend. It should all be the same, it should all be stuff you want to do. And when it isn't then you have to change it, and you have to think about how you change it.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Design Talk, Paula Scher, 2015
Work and leisure should be integrated, not separated; treat each day as purposeful activity and adjust when it feels misaligned.
In simple terms: Treat every day as meaningful work or play.
Key Takeaway
Align daily tasks with personal values.
Themes
work-life balance
purpose
adaptation
mindset
design thinking
Mood
reflective
motivational
Type
advice
philosophical
When to use this quote
- career planning
- personal projects
- daily routines
- stress management
Key Concepts
psychology
behavioral design
motivation
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you redesign your routine to feel more purposeful?
- What changes would make your work feel like play?
A Different Perspective
May be unrealistic for jobs with fixed schedules or limited autonomy.
