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I care too much about money

I have a good life: a good education, a high paying job, and a great relationship.

However, I keep thinking about petty money things. For example, I was laid off recently. For a few months I was searching for jobs. I didn't apply for unemployment benefits because I was well off and didn't think I should siphon funds away from people who need it. But I did a quick calculation today and realized I probably missed out a few thousands dollars.

It's not a big deal but it just bothers me that I could have had some extra $$$$ for a vacation. Same thing with the recent pandemic and stock market. I panic sold and lost a few $$$$. I could have been more savvy with my financial decisions.

Money was never my goal of doing anything. I always prioritize having a meaningful job over money lots of money. However, sometimes it bothers me that I could've made more money. But this can't be the right way to live. Anyway, just needs to get it off my chest.
reflectingmonkey · 51-55, M
my dad thought me a few things but here are two that I think apply to this situation: 1: success is measured in happiness 2: the purpose of having money is to not worry about money. I would add to this some of my own : nothing is more important than peace of mind. you put all that together and you realize that anything we do is for the purpose of being happy, so if you spend a whole week working, when the week is done you should be relaxing and enjoying, if you are worrying about that extra money you could have made then you are ruining the fruit of your labor, which is happiness. we try hard because we do need money to be happy, because challenges are fun but when things don't work out, fuck it, enjoy the sunshine and the next day try again.
MrBrownstone · 46-50, M
Unemployment benefits are yours. It’s taken out of your pay.

 
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