Money

After reading a variety of arguments against health care reform, I've decided it all comes down to one thing: people are assholes about their money.

What's the deal with money (insert lame Seinfeld joke here)? In America, we can't do anything without it. We need money to eat. We need money to sleep. But how much do we really need and what do we need it for?

Some people like to save their money for "special" things: cars, purses, vacations, material possessions. Why don't we save up money to donate to charity?

After paying for my living expenses, I have a substantial amount of money left over. I don't need it for anything. I plan to save it away for any future offspring that may pop out of me and to donate it to those less fortunate.

What value do people get from life by always thinking about money? Why do people buy mansions when their family will fit fine in a 3 bedroom ranch style house?

Capitalism is the law of the land here in America. It's every person for themselves. This is why everyone is miserable. There is no argument against this. I'm 100% right. Think about it. If money was not an issue, what would you be doing with your life? I would be working for a domestic violence shelter and volunteering for Planned Parenthood. I would be much happier and satisfied with my life than I am now.

This isn't science fiction. Many countries in the world are like this (like Sweden. Yay IKEA). In some places, everyone gets paid the same amount of money no matter what their job is. I believe this is Utopia. Everyone would have a job they loved and they wouldn't be overworked. There is plenty of time to spend with your family and pursue hobbies. These countries also offer way more vacation time than American jobs. (I don't have time to provide you with the research. Google it yourself.)

Yes, I would love to live in one of those countries. I don't because America is my home. I want to see it change into one of these countries. I want to be able to pursue any career I want without worrying about how I'm going to pay my rent.

Who are the happiest people in the world? Check out this article by Forbes. The article said the U.S. didn't make the top 10. Duh.

My point? Maybe if our society didn't preach financial gain and encourage overspending, Americans would be much happier.

Money does not buy happiness. Your SUV won't make you happy. Your $400,000 house won't make you happy. Spend your money wisely and give the rest of it to someone who really does need it.

It might help you get off Prozac.