Agreed. I quit my IT job and started volunteering on a a farm animal rescue and it has become a whole thing for me. There are always things to be fixed, built, or town down in addition to days of just mucking stalls which is very meditative. Definitely lefty friendly.
Alternatively, go back to school. I am also pursuing a new degree in Electronics Engineering Technology which can lead to a good trade job or an OT role.
Probably because they feel aligned with her values and see her success as an indicator that she is smart. Therefore, she is someone worth emulating.