I'd argue that the only reason it has that connotation is that much of modern society and its engineering is geared to maximize productivity and profit. It has been "important" to make people feel guilty for not being the best little cogs they can be. So in the spirit of refuting the formula, it is entirely reasonable that we have fun with terms like this!
July 19, 2024, 10:44 a.m. - 12o11o
I'd argue that the only reason it has that connotation is that much of modern society and its engineering is geared to maximize productivity and profit. It has been "important" to make people feel guilty for not being the best little cogs they can be. So in the spirit of refuting the formula, it is entirely reasonable that we have fun with terms like this!