Money only matters to those who don't have it.

Your purpose needs to be bigger than making money.

Dear Authentic Introvert,

Charlie Munger, the Vice Chairman of Berkshire Hathaway once said,

“Money only matters to people who don’t have it. Once you have enough to be comfortable, your work needs to be about something more.”

It aptly suggests having a healthy relationship with money.

When you don’t have money, it rightly becomes a primary concern so you can pay your bills.

However, once you reach a level of financial comfort, the importance of money diminishes unless you are obsessed with making more or worse, making the most.

It’s important to find purpose and fulfilment in your work and money can’t give you those.

Pursuing passions, contributing to causes you care about and making a positive impact in your community can make you feel richer than any billionaire out there.

Studies show that after a certain point, more money doesn’t significantly increase happiness. Instead, meaningful work and strong relationships contribute more to your sense of fulfilment.

This starts by reflecting on what truly matters to you – identifying your core values and using them to guide your life choices including career.

Setting goals that align with your values and passions is the next wise step. These could be related to personal development, helping others, or creating something new.

Meanwhile, pursuing your passions and hobbies can bring joy and satisfaction beyond what money can provide.

And lastly, surround yourself with people who inspire and uplift you.

Do you believe that more money means more happiness?