The things that matter in life are those that you can remember in the moments prior to death. I anticipate some examples of such would be family, friends, enriching experiences, and whether I’d lived a purposeful existence. If I weren’t to wake up tomorrow, would I be satisfied with what I’d accomplished as of late? Would I be satisfied with the way I’d spent my time until then? Do any of them entail the societal conception of money? On the surface level, no, money doesn’t pop up in mind. I’d imagine that a lonely king living in a marble castle disconnected from society wouldn’t exactly be happy. Neither would an individual who seeks pleasure in the purchase of new commodities that hold perceived value. Well, I guess beauty is in the eye of the beholder, as some may find certain joy in luxury goods that otherwise provide no utility. While many may argue that the allure of money providing purchasing power, is a farce, there is a small misalignment with the interpretation of what happin...