Comments on: Rich Beyond Your Dreams

By: 44 Creative and Adventurous Bloggers You Should Know - Free Pursuits

44 Creative and Adventurous Bloggers You Should Know - Free Pursuits — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 22:10:36 +0000

[...] Site tagline: Lessons in dismantling the status quo J.D. says: “Wage Slave Rebel was founded as an online hub for the ever-growing digital community of freelancers, artists, bloggers, consultants, lifestyle designers and entrepreneurs, all of whom we collectively call ‘Wage Slave Rebels.’” Why you should check this blog out: J.D. doesn’t pull any punches. He’s known for his sharp commentary on the status quo and disdain for empty platitudes people in the lifestyle design community tend to make. Most recent post: Rich Beyond Your Dreams [...]

By: Mike Siete Cinco

Mike Siete Cinco — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 22:23:07 +0000

Sounds about right to me. Take care of the basics plus use whatever is needed to fuel your passions. I've got a mountain of debt, so once I quickly knock that out, this is the formula I'll use. In so many ways I view money as a weak currency, often times I prefer to trade in time, inspiration and other intangibles.

By: Steve

Steve — Tue, 17 Nov 2009 14:03:33 +0000

While I agree with this post about 99%, there are small exceptions: I think helping others should be equal to, or greater than, passions on the priority scale. And everybody should try to keep a small nest egg for emergencies like unexpected car repairs, traveling to help out a loved one in need, etc… Greed has been the main reason for Americas trouble. The fact that we burn through the planets resources at a faster rate than any other country isn't helping our worldwide reputation either!