Originally Posted by johnso29

It is clear that we will never totally agree. I don't believe money is an essential part of happiness. I didn't even when I lived off of $13,000 in college working three jobs and having the IRS breathing down my neck. I have seen many, many families with money who have been extremely unhappy. They had affairs, suicides, children runaway, etc. All have had plenty of money, but they weren't happy. Why? Money is a essential part of happiness, is it not? Look at the numerous stars over the years that have committed suicide. Why did they commit suicide? They had money, didn't they? I've also seen families that live off of food stamps and are very close and happy. How? Because it is possible to be happy without being wealthy.