Filled with existential ennui about your place in the universe? Get over yourself. Yes, you're an inconsequential worm in the grand scope of history. But you're an inconsequential worm who makes shit up for a living, which means that you don't have to lift heavy boxes or ask people if they want fries with that. Grow up and get back to work.
In "Redshirts," author John Scalzi addresses the feelings of existential doubt and significance that individuals may grapple with in their lives. He emphasizes that while one might feel small and unimportant within the vastness of the universe, this realization shouldn't paralyze them. Instead, it's essential to recognize one's unique role and contributions, even if they seem minor in the grand scheme of things.
Scalzi encourages readers to embrace their creativity and...