I love Alan Watts, he said many great things, including the above. Unfortunately, money IS an object, not necessarily an objective and without a sufficient amount of it, you're fucked. Only with a sufficient amount of money can you then realistically do what he espouses in that video.

Important question as for many (me) the answer is not clear. And it can change. Surprisingly difficult question

“Until one is committed, there is hesitancy, the chance to draw back — concerning all acts of initiative (and creation), there is one elementary truth that ignorance of which kills countless ideas and splendid plans: that the moment one definitely commits oneself, then Providence moves too. All ...

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If money is no longer important in life then we go back to our childhood, live in the present moment, ask curious questions, talk without any agendas, be amazed by nature and its beauty, and try to master without any frustration and competition. If money was no object, then we would act purely and ...

Ah, the privilege if living in the western world, where this question can even be imagined and contemplated.

Thanks Gigi, for again sharing such important thoughts. I think, what I desire the most, is to be an host. It sounds vague, but I love to receive friends, family, strangers into the place that I call home and take care of them. Sharing food, thoughts and warmth 🧡

Allan Watts is a great speaker. I also recommend Erin Nightingale.

It was another video, but the audio was the same and help me change path... never regrets. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alan_Watts

I’ve thought about this. I think we become hyper specialized for the betterment of all humanity

My feelings are all humans have resources. Time, money or knowledge are some. When lacking one I’ve sought to increase the others. By doing so, I now have some of each. Using each lovingly to make the world better is different for everyone. My hope is by giving resources to others it will help t...

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He opted for the "short life". https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-7703329/Homeless-man-dies-collapsing-shadow-Hilton-hotel.html

I'm pretty sure I've inculcated this into my three sons.

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