Hello friends of The Minimalist community! This is my first time participating in the community, and I feel very fortunate to be able to share a part of myself here. This is my entry for the week #229 contest, and I would also like to invite @erigm and @eldiariodys 🧡

What if wealth was measured less by accumulation and more by the freedom to live with ease, clarity, and alignment?

Wealth is subjective, and everyone has a different idea of what it means to be rich in this life. For some, it might be accumulating expensive things like houses or cars, while for others, it can be simple things like having good health, daily meals, and a life that truly feels good. It is up to each person to weigh what makes them feel rich—whether it's possessing material goods or remembering those things that are likely priceless, yet worth far more than money could ever buy.

Living better has always been a goal of mine. My mindset often leans toward consuming, but I know that wouldn't lead to a life that truly satisfies me. My main objective is to dedicate myself to something I am passionate about. That is something I've been working on throughout this year, which has brought many positive surprises and shown me how the things I truly wanted begin to arrive—especially once I learned to let go and stop obsessing over having everything at a specific moment.

I don't belong to the upper class, nor do I have the kind of financial stability that makes me feel superior to others. I've always had what was necessary and whatever was within reach. My parents worked very hard so that my siblings and I could have a different life, one focused primarily on our education and on building a professional foundation to support ourselves in the future.

I am grateful to have received that advice from both of them because, even though a degree doesn't define your future, having one helps secure a foundation for a job to sustain life. The idea of being a millionaire sounds great—until I see people with a lot of money who have everything to be happy, yet live with a deep sense of emptiness. There are many examples in the world of influential, wealthy people who don't feel their lives are meaningful or important.

There is always a void—that feeling that something is missing, even when they can have it all. I believe that is where my idea comes from: peace and a clear conscience are what truly give a human being a sense of well-being. So, having money allows us to live better—there is no doubt about that—because being able to afford things like healthcare and a good quality of life is essential for anyone.

However, money cannot buy friendship, peace, or love, nor does it guarantee that you will always be filled with happiness. Everyone may see it differently, but for me, having enough money to feel comfortable without being obsessed with the idea of having more leads me to reflect on money itself: having more isn't always synonymous with being happier. That is my perspective on this topic ☺️.

I hope you liked this post, and I would also like you to leave me your comments; I will gladly read them and will respond to them. Big hugs. 🤗

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