There is no doubt that money is important for leading a good life. It is even more important to the person who has seen tough times in his childhood. Money is everything to him.
But we must keep a balance as too much of everything is bad. Accumulate only that much which you can spend in your lifetime; leading a simple life. If you have earned more, donate a part of it or use it for the benefit of society at an age of your choice.
If you want to go on a vacation to a luxury resort, go for it. Just don’t boast of it when talking to friends and relatives. Also avoid posting images on social media.
But this is not what people do. People go to luxury hotels, buy high end cars, etcetera more because its a status symbol and to boast of it among friends and relatives. That’s the reason people are more interested in taking selfies than to enjoy at a hill station or beach.
People need limitless money to go to luxury hotels, clubs, eat out at restaurants, enjoy expensive liquor, and more such things that are nothing but showoff.
If you want to make money to build reputation and to prove to the society that you are doing great. Then it will only bring more pain in your life.
In Hinduism, it is said that Kaliyuga (featuring Indulgence, Lies, Lust, Enmity, and Passion) resides in Alcoholism, Gambling, Womanizing, Violence, and Passion for Wealth. Doesn’t it sound like today’s world?
Some may be surprised to see money in this list. But it is very true. It takes time (sometimes several births) to realize this fact.