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202310 minPGdoc-short

Work Life Balance

Does Your Work Define YOU?

202310 minPGdoc-short

Three Mexicans in Mexico City reflect on how much their work defines them in daily life.

Work Life Balance

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Does Your Work Define YOU?

2023• 10 minPG

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Three Mexicans in Mexico City reflect on how much their work defines them in daily life.

Synopsis

In this experimental series, three ordinary Mexicans navigate their daily lives in Mexico City, one of the largest cities in the world. They reflect on how much their work defines them, revealing the cultural significance of professions in Mexico, where titles like 'ingeniero' and 'doctor' often take precedence over personal names. The video prompts viewers to consider the impact of career on identity and social interactions.

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