This video/thoughts dont seem to be very well executed. A criticism of the idea that PhDs can be more stressful than a “8 to 5” job could be that stress is highly subjective and depends on individual circumstances, rather than the type of work itself. Many jobs, particularly those in high-stakes industries like finance, healthcare, or law, can be just as demanding, if not more so, than a PhD program. These jobs often involve long hours, high levels of responsibility, and significant pressure to perform. Also, in a typical job, especially in competitive fields, individuals might face constant deadlines, performance reviews, job insecurity, and the need to balance multiple roles or projects simultaneously. Unlike PhD students, who usually have more control over their schedules and research topics, people in certain jobs may have less autonomy and face more immediate pressures from clients, bosses, or market conditions.
