In "Why We Work," Barry Schwartz explores the discontent many adults feel in their daily lives. He highlights a striking statistic: ninety percent of adults spend a significant portion of their waking hours engaged in activities they find unfulfilling. This raises important questions about the nature of work and its impact on overall happiness.

Schwartz's observations suggest a disconnect between people's work lives and their personal passions, indicating that many find themselves in jobs or environments that fail to resonate with their interests. This can lead to a widespread sense of dissatisfaction, prompting the need for a reevaluation of what work means and how it can be structured to foster greater fulfillment and purpose.