That’s not good. The enthusiastic pursuit of financial security is both healthy and worthwhile, not to mention practical. The problem is, I haven’t a practical bone in my body. Not one. Anywhere. Most people think this breezy indifference to wealth is a character flaw and they’re utterly mystified by it. Especially men, they think I’m … Continue reading : when money isn’t a motivator :
Tag: poor
: speaking as a poor person :
Politicians misuse the term ‘poor.’ To them, it’s a synonym for stoopid. Well, that’s simply incorrect. For example, I’m poor, a full-fledged member of the hoi polloi -- which means the masses, not the hoity-toity -- but I’m not stoopid. Nor am I a criminal, an opportunist, feckless, promiscuous, weak-willed, a bum, or a victim. … Continue reading : speaking as a poor person :
: money, boys and girls, is freedom :
Nothing is as life-enhancing as liquid assets. Nothing. See, when you have money, you have options. The world is your oyster. You’re the one calling the shots, making the decisions, setting the course. Not fate or circumstances or need. You. Because you, my friend, are free -- not trapped in a crummy job taking all … Continue reading : money, boys and girls, is freedom :