What happens if an entire class of workers loses faith in their careers

Growing numbers of knowledge workers are experiencing a crisis of faith in their careers, feeling that their work is fundamentally pointless and seeking escape through creative hobbies, farming fantasies, or other forms of disconnection. This disillusionment is spreading among peers in tech and professional fields, manifesting as decreased motivation, existential anxiety, and a desire to pursue more tangible, meaningful activities like pottery, knitting, or painting. The rise of AI threatens to accelerate this crisis as an entire class of workers questions the value and purpose of their labor.