labors of love
Unpaid but fulfilling
Labors of love are tasks undertaken for personal satisfaction rather than payment or recognition.
The phrase suggests work that is difficult or time-consuming but willingly performed because of affection, passion, or devotion: The documentary was a labor of love for the filmmaker.
The singular labor of love is more common.
- effortsApplied energy toward aims
- projectsOrganized efforts toward goals
- passion projectSelf-motivated creative undertaking
- passionsIntense driving emotions
- artistryExceptional creative skill
favors · dedication · commitment · volunteering · giving back · craftsmanship · creative outlet · nurturing · caregiving · cherishing · storytelling · painting · gardening · musicianship · philanthropy · cooking · gifts · home cooking
labors of lovecash grabs
Exploitative profit-driven ventures
commercial ventures · commissioned work · contract work · wage labor · day jobs
labors of lovecash grab
Exploitative moneymaking scheme
money-grubbing · wage slavery · work for hire · day job · selling out
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