Firstly, Rudolph's workload is not as heavy as many people think. There is a common misconception in Korea that Rudolph pulls the sleigh alone. However, this is not true as there are also other 8 reindeer pulling Santa’s sleigh. Rudolph's job is simply guiding the sleigh in the darkness with his shining nose. Moreover, it has been calculated that the approximate weight of the gifts Santa needs to deliver worldwide is around 350,440 tons. To float in the sky, it is reasonable to assume that Santa's sleigh is less affected by gravity. Therefore, the actual workload for Rudolph might not be as heavy as we imagine.

Secondly, Rudolph's working conditions can be considered very positive. Rudolph works only one day a year. Although the intensity of this work might be high, working for one day allows Rudolph to enjoy stable employment for the remaining 364 days of the year. With just one day of labor, Rudolph receives the benefit of being under Santa's care and is provided with food, shelter, and management expenses, which makes it a reasonable contract. Additionally, on Christmas Eve, many households leave carrots for Rudolph, similar to offering milk and cookies for Santa. Rudolph receives adequate compensation for his labor in this way.

Thirdly, reducing Rudolph's working hours is not advisable for his self-realization. '♪Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer, had a very shiny nose... ♬'. This is a popular Christmas carol that many people might have heard growing up. When you hear Rudolph's story in this carol, it reveals that Rudolph was an outcast, bullied, and ignored by other reindeer. Rudolph's unique ability was his glowing nose. Santa recognized this talent, assigning him the important task of guiding the way on dark nights. Thanks to this employment opportunity, Rudolph could overcome challenges and gain love from other reindeer. Therefore, if Rudolph's working hours decrease, he may feel inadequate, thinking that he is no longer useful.

 

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