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Money doesn't make one any better or worse, it only makes one more of what they intrinsically are to begin with. I disagree about the take on greed. Greed is always evil, while greed as good really would better be considered altruistic action. Though I acknowledge the evils, I agree that too often people overlook, ignore, or even discount the many positive facets of money and the motivations to acquire it. I see greed is a facet of self interest, which is not a bad thing. In fact, everything happens because of self interest. Therefore, depending on ones motivations and desires greed is either a good thing or a bad thing. If one is motivated by envy, wealth only for the sake of wealth, control over others, personal fame and/or recognition, or the destruction of people, then greed is a bad thing. If, on the other hand, the motivation is reasonable comfort and happiness, the desire to do good for others, the desire to make a positive contribution to society and mankind, the desire to establish a successful progeny, then greed is a bad thing. However, the point I think is important is tha... ******************Correction: . If, on the other hand, the motivation is reasonable comfort and happiness, the desire to do good for others, the desire to make a positive contribution to society and mankind, the desire to establish a successful progeny, then greed is NOT a bad thing. (off topic) have you found the share button to add others clips to yours? It is just to the left of the POP button. |
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