Aristotle believed that happiness was the ultimate goal of human life. We often comfort ourselves by saying that wealth does not guarantee happiness, especially when money is tight. But is that really true? How much wealth do we actually need to feel happy? Psychologist Professor Eun-guk Seo suggests that Aristotle’s view is just a personal perspective—not a scientifically proven fact. He explains that, in nature, survival is the primary goal, and happiness is more of a tool for survival than an end in itself. So why do we work hard and strive to earn money, even in tough times? While money may not guarantee happiness, it can help us live more comfortably. In the end, economic activity is about survival—if we can’t meet our basic needs, it’s hard to enjoy happiness or convenience. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”
Even if you gamble, you can’t do it alone. A partner must exist to exchange well-produced products and services, as added value is created only through such exchanges. Without a connection, realizing added value becomes difficult. Wealth is generated solely through transactions, which must precede consolidation. Networking has always been and remains crucial for creating wealth. Metcalfe’s Law states that when connected to a network, the effect is proportional to the square of the number of connections. This results in an exponential effect rather than an arithmetic series . While the number of connections is significant, the level of trust built, even with a few personal connections, is even more critical. To effectively utilize social media, strive to connect with as many networks as possible and build trust in those relationships once connected. Only then can you experience the exponential effect. - Joseph’s “just my thoughts”