Refreshingly unpretentious, as you write. I don't feel any particular sensation. That's good. Goal achieved :)
Academia is a discontinued model, ... it seems. You never know, but some fight back while others let themselves be absorbed.
The degree to which the individual feels called upon to change his lifestyle, yes, it is very high, also according to my perception. The "poor individual", he demands so much of himself and yet it won't save the world if I stop going on holiday. The best way to save the world is not to want to save it.

Greetings.