[Schiendelman]

Not really. In Star Trek, you have access to mental healthcare and the educational resources to go do something you want to do. Then that’s the work.

I think it’s a little unbelievable that the right proportion of people want to, say, serve food at a restaurant. But that’s the idea.

[kazinator]

Though Star Trek, countless Americans also had vicarious access to mental health care. After a good episode, the world seems to make more sense, and one's outlook is more optimistic.

[bitwize]

When you have the technology to replicate virtually any foodstuff to perfection instantly, restaurants become less common, and may take on different meaning (as more social hangouts rather than food-service places). Accordingly, the ST universe just might have enough bored, centuries-old El-Aurians looking for conversation and company to fill all the needed service roles there are -- and such roles are more relaxed and stimulating besides.

[Schiendelman]

I think you’re totally right. I am skeptical but hopeful. :)