NEW DAY:
(Sorry for deviating from the OP.)
I can somewhat understand your indignation.
What you see as constant ‘jibes’ is a consequence of many janitor and/or housecleaning types in the Witness religion making very judgmental and stupid remarks about people (such as myself) who had white collar/office jobs or whatever was perceived as ‘better’ employment.. They made sure I wasn’t invited anywhere and was considered ‘not spiritual’. I never forgot this and am Glad I’m not there now to be around sob stories and people looking for handouts!
They made it out to be that what they did for work was the ‘norm’ in the religion and anybody who did anything else was criticized and judged harshly. (Not that what other people did was anyone’s business - but JWs are envious busybodies.) This is the reason for the jibes!