The mere fact of paying rent doesn't. It just aligns your definition with society's to a sufficient extent to pay for essentials.
Re:It’s Time to Embrace Slow Productivity
by MichaelZuo on Sunday May 21, 2023 @05:12PM
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> What if your purpose doesn't align with society's definition of talent? Are you worthless as a human being?
From the perspective of the nebulous and not clearly defined 'society', sure.
The real question is why do you care about its judgements?
If your purpose in life is caring for the infirm or teaching, or doing dance performances, society will not compensate you meaningfully in response.
What if your purpose doesn't align with society's definition of talent? Are you worthless as a human being?
What then, abandon your true purpose because of economics? These are rules of scarcity, not of life fulfillment.