Money. It shapes a life. It shapes creativity. It shapes society, and it shapes relationships. Just ask Tiger Woods.
I agree that hard work should directly correspond with money. I agree that success should directly reflect hard work.
Does money equal power, and how much is enough?
Money runs my life, whether I like it or not. I wake up each day and worry about the same things everyone worries about. Electricity, gas. Heat, Water. I don’t want a Lexus, and I don’t want a big house. I want happiness.
When do we put the value on happiness?
I find it so interesting that the world revolves around people that are after the dream of riches before the dream of happiness. How many times have I looked at a frowning face when they come up to me after a show and say they “used” to play music. Then they had children. Their parents disapproved. Then they got married. Their wife disapproved. They had to get a “real” job.
The “American” dream is flawed. In no way does that reflect America. I love America, and have lived here for 11 years. It reflects the need to prosper. How much do we NEED to prosper? How much are we TOLD we need to prosper?
I’ve been mingling with a lot with rich people lately. Whether it’s playing private parties, or flying first class, it’s obvious that these people think in ways I never could. Waited on hand and foot. First on, first off. It’s a world that lacks an understanding and gage of reality.
Money does not equal happiness. You may KNOW that, but do you really BELIEVE that.
What makes you happy? When do you stop dreaming about big houses and fancy cars, and start dreaming about YOUR life?
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