I find it interesting, too. Culture is a messed up thing. Ever was. But also awesome. But also...messed up.
Anyway.
One day... I'm gonna have to buy new friends.
I have the habit of following video makers who make lists or top 10 charts, etc. on interesting topics...and when the title resonates with any of my interests, I occasionally at least go through their subtitles to see what they put on the list. Curiosity is the one thing I have already learned to rely on and use in my favor...
So, recently, I stumbled upon this "15 reasons millionaires lose their friends" title and although I had not watched it yet...I guess I can kind of guess the direction it goes.
The way I like to think about this stuff and some of my otherwise intelligent and talented friends is...
Someday, I might find a good way to use your talents.
Because missions, I have them aplenty, and while I might not be able to dedicate my time to each one of those (not even close to half of those, in fact), my current goal is to someday be in the position to employ others who would be happy to work for those same missions.
Until then...I'm sorry I'm not able to share this most pleasant and interesting burden but I'll have to carry it on myself.
It is sometimes futile to try and change the minds of others. It might be better for everyone if one can just give support where it's needed, deserved, effective, or just...satisfactory to oneself.
It is how we get into trouble - and how we get out.
This is right. One day, I will be able to "employ them" in some way. I already have a couple I am grooming in various ways (with their knowledge) to have some skills I think will complement what they hold now, so they can be supercharged in a few years - I get paid to do this, why wouldn't I do it for my friends for free?
While my goals might remain a dream, they are still worth working towards. I just like chipping at Entropy's shell.