Dear Tomorrow, work should not break your spirit or define your worth. Let us build a world where each person’s contribution is honored, where no one is left struggling just to survive. “A society’s wealth is in the well-being of its people.” This letter is written to those who feel unseen and undervalued, encouraged by ‘a world’ or rather ‘a system’ where work is a means of fulfillment, not survival.
Being almost 60 years of age, Leora finds herself being put down by the system, since she cannot work anymore and it is too expensive to give her a retirement benefit. She reflects on her years of unpaid labor, caregiving, and emotional or social labor, which society often overlooks (like being a mother and a housewife, or a care-taker). Her letter is trying to remind readers that dignity comes not from external rewards but from the value each person brings to the world.
Dear Tomorrow,
In our world today, most people work hard all their lives, yet many never feel financially secure or valued. It’s as if we’ve forgotten that work isn’t everything—that a life well-lived is one filled with family, friendship, art, and love.
In the world I hope for, work would be balanced and fair. No one would work more than they can bear, and everyone who contributes would earn enough to live well. The elderly, those who are unwell, and children wouldn’t struggle to make ends meet; they would have a dignified income, so they don’t just survive but thrive. Those who can’t work wouldn’t feel less worthy; instead, they’d have time to pursue their passions, contribute to community projects, and grow food for their neighbors.
Imagine a world where work is shared and paid fairly, where no one has more than they need, and everyone has enough. This is a world where worth isn’t measured in dollars but in kindness, creativity, and community.
In this spirit, may you find fulfillment in who you are, not just what you do.
Warmly,
Leora”
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