Rich In Wealth, Rich In Worry

I don't think those that fall into the million plus range can even be in the same conversation as those that will never have the chance to make that kind of money. Yes, A person making millions that is not happy must be unfufilled in other areas of life, lacking in love,friends,family life. For those who have everything else going for them but just are having a tough time financially I'm sure coming into some money would lift the pressures of money woes giving them the chance to take a breath, not worry, and enjoy the happiness that they already have in their life.

People who focus only on money will never be happy, no matter how much they have.Be glad about what you do have. If you are able to pay your bills and have a roof over your head, in today's economy, you're doing well.

Great article. Very thought provoking. Who wouldn't want to have the security of a lot of money? Those of us struggling might not empathize with the wealthy, but hey, we are all human beings with the same emotions, hopes, desires, etc. There are so many more important things than material goods that money cannot buy. But for those out of work, even a decent meal is a concern. These are hard times. Raising a "trust fund brat" should only be a concern if the parents have not taken the time to raise their children with values and to model good moral standards. I can understand the feeling some wealthy people must feel about friendship and relationships also. Is it real or is it superficial? Perhaps with more money come more problems.

Very complicated question here. Goes to show that money doesn't buy happiness. But I think it is less worrisome than where your next meal will come from or if you can pay the bills.

I dont really think these people have anything to complain about. They will never have to worry about if they can pay the rent this month, or if they can afford braces for their child. They dont understand the real world worries. I know money doesnt give you happiness and it can present itself with worries but the worries are pathetic compared to the worries of a person who may be in poverty and struggles from day to day.

Who is in the best position - young but poor student or rich but old man? It is a complicated question. Money would help me to feel more secured for sure and happier too. I don't like the money itself, I like the possibilities it gives me

No matter who you are or what kind of money you have you need struggles in your life. Everyone has ups and downs and the downs are what make the ups feel so good. I would understand the worries about raising a trust-fund brat. That would definitely be a concern if I suddenly became a bazillionaire, although the worries about affording to buy our own home one day, health care, our child's education and family vacations would vanish..but it's a trade off. Heh heh.

Ugh. Please. My husband was laid off the week before Christmas, no one is hiring, and we're struggling to keep our house and put food on the table. Money doesn't make you happy, but it sure does help to pay the bills.

I say they need to suck it up. The majority of americans live pay check to pay check. Many can not afford health insurance, groceries, or gas for their car. Get a real life, with real problems and then I might care!!! I assure you, anyone with the incomes you are talking about, got their money from the sweat of someone elses brow!!!

I do not think money makes a person happy. I know many people with money and they are miserable.

I can understand that type of worry, the volatility of today's market, the uncertainty of our national economic state, and lack of consumer confidence can leave you feeling financially insecure.