[vans]

Well written. I like the tone. I think it's a particular case of a global concern : what the purpose of life and how to live it well ? Even if i'm very different and put my efforts in other domains than "looking smart for other people". I'm asking myself similar questions: doubt about past choices, job, city, and so on.

[sevenless]

At the point you get to 'self-actualization', you realize that it's best done by helping others get to that point. Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a pyramid scheme.

[k-mcgrady]

>> "Maslow's hierarchy of needs is a pyramid scheme."

I don't think I've ever done a '+1' style comment on HN before but couldn't resist. I really love that idea.