Hobbies and Passions:
* Artists: Painters, musicians, writers, etc., who create for the joy of expression, not necessarily to sell their work.
* Gardeners: People who spend hours tending their gardens for the beauty and satisfaction it brings, not for profit.
* Volunteer workers: People who donate their time and effort to causes they care about, without expecting financial compensation.
* Collectors: People who amass stamps, coins, or other items for the thrill of the pursuit and the enjoyment of their collection.
* Gamers: People who spend hours playing video games for the pure enjoyment of the experience, not for any financial gain.
Other examples:
* Parents: While some parents may derive financial benefits from raising children (e.g., government support), many do it primarily for the love and joy of raising their children.
* Friends: People who spend time together, sharing activities and experiences, for the pure enjoyment of each other's company.
* People who engage in acts of kindness: Helping someone in need, offering a kind word, or performing a random act of kindness can be incredibly fulfilling, even if it doesn't come with a monetary reward.
It's important to note that:
* Many people find pleasure in their work, and are motivated by a combination of enjoyment and financial reward.
* Some people might pursue activities that bring them pleasure and eventually monetize them, but the initial motivation was often pure enjoyment.
* The line between pleasure and profit can be blurry, but it's often the intention and motivation that differentiate the two.
Ultimately, the answer to your question is that many people find fulfillment and happiness in activities that don't necessarily involve financial gain.