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So why don't we work less? Is it really because we want more stuff? Or is it driven by social competition, desire to move up maslow's heirarchy, ...?

I know I will be happier if I work less. But I don't.

Well, it's hard to find a job that's <40 hours a week for one.

Next to impossible if you're looking for benefits too, such as health insurance, vacation time, and sick leave.