Americans are uncomfortable producing large quantities of food to feed their population. As a result, they are unable to handle the workload and harsh working environment that may have to be endured to provide food for the nation. Timmerman explains how “unemployed U.S. workers who entered the workforce lasted less than two weeks… [were] said to lack the physical stamina and mental strength to do the job” (Timmerman 209). If the United States relied solely on its workers, the country would likely starve due to a lack of motivation and skills. Timmerman further explains that no matter how dangerous their occupation is, for example, diving for lobsters in Nicaragua, workers will continue to do their job because of the large amount of money it can bring in. (Timmerman 181) A person risking their life to earn decent money demonstrates a drive that American workers perhaps lack today. The United States may have lost this drive when it began to feel comfortable relying on and aiding other countries. It has become difficult for America to carry out the tasks that other countries are more accustomed to carrying out. Emerson says “do your work and you will grow stronger” but this is not necessarily always true. He is saying to rely only on yourself and not to rely on anyone else. It's okay to seek help in situations that may not be a strength. Likewise, I have