On the topic of work hours.
People should work less and enjoy life. The concept of "working hard" is fine if that's what you enjoy doing, but there should be more to life than working full time to make end's meet. I realize everyone needs to make a living, but in some countries a smaller work week and less hours in the day is proven to increase productivity. On a personal level, when I moved into the house to work I got way more done in 5 hours than I did at the office doing 8.5.
On teachers. I have a lot of respect for teachers. It requires a degree, a patient mindset and the willingness to pay your dues in order to get a foot in the door to land a full time position. Teaching is a profession, and IMO, teachers should be paid well for what they do. They play a significant role in shaping our children's minds for the future and should be positive role models. My son's teachers are typically at school working an hour or two past the bell. Summer's off is great.
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