2006-10-02 04:57:39 · 19 answers · asked by Jim G 3 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
I believe no one is better than the next person.
I strive for happiness, if wealth is included in that well then so be it. I do know that the more money I have the more I can do for others. Like the old saying goes : take care of yourself and then you can take care of others.
2006-10-02 05:48:55 · answer #1 · answered by Kitty 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I don't think everyone strives to become rich. Some prefer just to live comfortable. A lot of people save their money for years and years. Then they pass away and the money is still sitting in their accounts. I say live life like there is no tomorrow!
And no it doesn't make them better then others who do not. Look at it like this their bills are higher so they can keep a certain image.
2006-10-02 05:05:03 · answer #2 · answered by partknit 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wealth is the product of the mind and proactivity. When it is earned, either through effort or ability (or both), it is a useable symbol of our willingness to create, cooperate, and change our world. There is nothing--absolutely NOTHING--morally wrong with greed itself. To blame it for robbery or society's ills is like blaming hunger for cannibalism.
When you strive for wealth, it does indeed make you a better person. It shows that you are not apathetic, that you are willing to celebrate the cycle of development and change that makes us unique as a species by wanting and taking more.
So many people today believe that money is the root of all evil. Have they ever wondered what the root of all money is?
2006-10-02 05:11:37 · answer #3 · answered by godsbakery 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
People strive for wealth to make the most of our merger existence. The only point of being on this earth to have an enjoyable life. This should include making the people we love happy, because it makes us happy.
We are here and we want to be happy. The unhappiness of people we don’t know or like, shouldn't really be our problem. SORRY
2006-10-02 05:09:56 · answer #4 · answered by jimmysaxo 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Hi, Jim.
Know what you mean.
It is always lovely to have the capital to do loads of things that you want to do. Of course.
"Strive for wealth", though I am not sure about.
In my humble opinion, and some experience, a large amount of cash can often lead to a worse personality. ( Oh not me, I just went all freindly & charitable.)
Some so-called "high-flyers" end up flat on their ar*e.
Serves them right for living beyond their level of competence.
i.e., in answer - no it does not make for a better person.
Bob the Boat
2006-10-02 05:11:08 · answer #5 · answered by Bob the Boat 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Some people strive for wealth because they crave the security that they think material possessions will bring them. They never feel fully secure, so they amass more and more. They are neither worse nor better.
2006-10-02 05:02:53 · answer #6 · answered by Jamsie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There's not one thing that can make someone better then anyone else. The deciding factor on accomplishment is usually your personal drive accompanied by the means to do it. The wealth involved is just the motivation behind the work. For some people they focus on accomplishment, or recognition, etc. It just depends on how much work you put into it.
2006-10-02 05:02:10 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
The majority do think they are better. They strive for wealth because they think it will make them happier, but money doesn't bring happiness. You have find that for yourself.
2006-10-02 05:06:06 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Wealth is liberating and offers more possibilities and It is good for moral. Wealthy people can do a lot more for their community as they have more to give and are a great source of tax revenue for the country. Wealth is too good to be missed. Everybody should be encouraged to stay well clear of poverty.
2006-10-03 07:18:09 · answer #9 · answered by Helios100 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Either they want a better life for themselves and their family (and why not?) or they think that having money will reflect on them being a good person. Sadly a lot of people think that other people with money are good people which is not always the case.
2006-10-02 22:02:45 · answer #10 · answered by Catwhiskers 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋