[js8]

> Mainly what I'm missing is being able to better see those subtle emotional cues & the ability to build deeper relationships.

I don't understand what do you need these for. In the 21st century, we have succeeded in creating a perfectly emotionless office worker. I just had my unconscious bias training, and I can assure you, my thoughts are now completely rational, without any hint of emotional judgment. Frankly, "having deeper relationships" sounds like a recipe for a potential conflict of interests. As Salaried Professionals, we find Other emotional Cues of any Kind to be deeply distracting from our mission.

[beecafe]

OTOH, one could argue that reducing the amount of emotional energy spent at work leaves you with more to give to your loved ones/spend as you please. I agree that all you mentioned doesn't actually achieve this though