How Do Wealthy People Perceive Money?

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#1Jan 1, 2018, 04:09 AM
I've heard rich folks say stuff like "money can't buy happiness". Maybe it’s true for them, but for many regular people, money means survival.
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MadWizardNewbie
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#2Jan 1, 2018, 09:37 AM
For rich people, money is just a tool to make more money. The rich keep getting richer because they think differently than those stuck in a poor mindset.
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shard_2013Full Member
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#3Jan 1, 2018, 09:47 AM
Elon Musk might say that, but it seems like he’s always caught up in some legal issues. Like, recent investigations into his companies. Can't be fun for him.
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lonecobraSenior Member
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#4Jan 1, 2018, 10:11 AM
True happiness and peace of mind are totally different! Money brings comfort but it doesn't guarantee happiness. Rich people sacrifice a lot for their wealth.
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paul51Newbie
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#5Jan 1, 2018, 12:11 PM
Lol, yeah rich people can say that because they have plenty of cash. For us, it's just about not drowning in bills. They just don’t get it.
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#6Jan 1, 2018, 12:45 PM
If they think money can't buy happiness, why do they chase it so hard? Seems a bit contradictory, right?
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#7Jan 1, 2018, 01:39 PM
It’s a funny contradiction. They say "money isn't everything" but their actions tell a different story. I've seen how crypto changed lives around me.
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b3n.kingNewbie
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#8Jan 2, 2018, 06:15 AM
Sure, money can’t buy happiness, but it definitely boosts your lifestyle, which can improve your mood. Maybe rich folks forget how to appreciate their luxury?
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nick2015Member
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#9Jan 3, 2018, 01:13 PM
Happiness means different things to different people. Some find joy in health and family, not just cash. Money can't solve all personal issues.
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defi_2021Member
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#10Jan 3, 2018, 06:28 PM
We can't blame rich people for wanting money. They may not realize that true happiness often comes from things money can’t buy.
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#11Jan 5, 2018, 01:34 AM
Some people find contentment with less. Others chase money for material things, but eventually that satisfaction fades.
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real_byteFull Member
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#12Jan 5, 2018, 03:03 AM
Rich folks say money can’t buy happiness to justify their wealth. If they believed it, why not give all their cash away?
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#13Jan 5, 2018, 05:40 AM
Exactly! The wealthy operate with a different mindset. They see money as a tool for future wealth. If you wanna be rich, you have to think differently.
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viper404Full Member
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#14Jan 5, 2018, 09:03 AM
When you reach a certain financial level, you realize money isn't the end-all. But the ongoing chase can leave you unfulfilled.
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#15Jan 5, 2018, 02:53 PM
It can’t buy love or time, but it does help solve practical issues. It gives peace of mind for sure.
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byte_2015Member
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#16Jan 5, 2018, 08:46 PM
Yeah, they need to find deeper meaning beyond just cash. Too much focus on money can lead to a hollow life.
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greg2015Legendary
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#17Jan 5, 2018, 10:29 PM
For average people, money correlates with happiness. Sure, it's not everything, but a bit of cash goes a long way!
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#18Jan 7, 2018, 01:19 AM
Rich people don't always see the risks like us. They see investment opportunities, while the poor worry about getting scammed.
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GrimWh4leNewbie
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#19Jan 9, 2018, 12:36 PM
"Money can't buy happiness" is a line used by those who’re struggling to make it. It’s easy to say when you’re already rich.
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dan2017Member
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#20Jan 9, 2018, 03:13 PM
Exactly! It’s all about how you view money. The wealthy understand how to use it, while most just spend.
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