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Is it better to chase your dreams or money?
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Pookie4557
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Dreams because one your death bed you won't regret not making enough money, you'll regret not being happy and living a fulfilling life.
Sporge27
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The question is flawed. Money is not an end goal, money is a means to other things. You need to make sure your life is stable and that you are healthy, money is what can fulfill this. Follow your dreams but remember to take care of yourself or they can never truly flourish.
I always liked Maslow's hierarchy of needs to show this. Each goal builds on each other. First is physiological needs, air, water, food, shelter from the harsher unhealthy weather, even reasonable sleep. Next is safety, this includes financial security since your health in later days depend on this. Love and belonging comes after this, having a friend support structure probably shouldn't interfere with your own health. Next was esteem, or feeling accomplished. This can be through hobbies, or work but often finding your talent will take a backseat to the lower needs already listed. The last level he had was self-actualization, which was considered that after mastering the other needs you could make and do great things.
Obviously all a theory but one I like.
I always liked Maslow's hierarchy of needs to show this. Each goal builds on each other. First is physiological needs, air, water, food, shelter from the harsher unhealthy weather, even reasonable sleep. Next is safety, this includes financial security since your health in later days depend on this. Love and belonging comes after this, having a friend support structure probably shouldn't interfere with your own health. Next was esteem, or feeling accomplished. This can be through hobbies, or work but often finding your talent will take a backseat to the lower needs already listed. The last level he had was self-actualization, which was considered that after mastering the other needs you could make and do great things.
Obviously all a theory but one I like.
Celestefey
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What if your dreams involve you making lots of money? 
But for me, I think it's good to have a mix of both. I'm going to work really hard these next two years (hopefully), and save up a load of money from part time jobs and saving, so that when I spend my year in Japan, I can do all of the things I wanted to do and get to visit all the places I want to go. So in my opinion, you've got to chase both. Don't lose sight of either of them. You have to chase your dreams to be happy, but at the same time, be realistic, and work out a budget for yourself. You can make it happen.
But for me, I think it's good to have a mix of both. I'm going to work really hard these next two years (hopefully), and save up a load of money from part time jobs and saving, so that when I spend my year in Japan, I can do all of the things I wanted to do and get to visit all the places I want to go. So in my opinion, you've got to chase both. Don't lose sight of either of them. You have to chase your dreams to be happy, but at the same time, be realistic, and work out a budget for yourself. You can make it happen.
Hopeless Opus
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eh..
chasing my dreams honestly feels so pointless sometimes, because i won't be making a lot of money. so, i guess money. lol
chasing my dreams honestly feels so pointless sometimes, because i won't be making a lot of money. so, i guess money. lol
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What if money is your dream? Yes you should always follow your dreams, but don't be an idiot about it. There are bills to pay, find a job you don't mind doing until you get/can create the opportunity to take a risk for your dreams.
okay imma write in black because i just need this to be clear.
part of living life is the goals we achieve and the dreams we go for and live through, but like any person would tell you, money isn't just a piece of paper, taxes finances medical bills, all this money is a necessity and you need a stable job. You know, its not impossible to become a famous musician, if you really REALLY work hard at it, its possible, but I'm afraid your chances are slim.. not everyone should suffer to barely make it by in life, theres definitely ways of doing what you love and maintaining good enough wealth at the same time. Dreams are good, dreams are healthy even, but we can't let it distract us from the harsh reality of life. even if you do your passioned music on the side and sell music or whatever, even thats fine! but also as much as i say money is important, i too, know that happiness is crucial, so try to find a balance as much as you can!
part of living life is the goals we achieve and the dreams we go for and live through, but like any person would tell you, money isn't just a piece of paper, taxes finances medical bills, all this money is a necessity and you need a stable job. You know, its not impossible to become a famous musician, if you really REALLY work hard at it, its possible, but I'm afraid your chances are slim.. not everyone should suffer to barely make it by in life, theres definitely ways of doing what you love and maintaining good enough wealth at the same time. Dreams are good, dreams are healthy even, but we can't let it distract us from the harsh reality of life. even if you do your passioned music on the side and sell music or whatever, even thats fine! but also as much as i say money is important, i too, know that happiness is crucial, so try to find a balance as much as you can!
i don't have a dream on what i want to become. i want to do a job where i will earn a decent amount of money (or more ya know). that's what i want to do personally. but if i were giving advice, i'd say chase your dreams. it's better to be happy.
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I'd say a mix of both. However I like what Bowie said more. When you die you're dead. Your money isn't going with you. Best to do what you always wanted to now while you can. Life's too short for pointless bull****.
i think thats more of a close-minded opinion. Your life isn't gonna last long if you don't have enough money to put a roof over your head, money for medical treatment, food, clothing, etc. you're right mix of both is perfect but i don't like the saying "life's too short" thats not an excuse to live out life however instead of growing up well and successful and in order. I could do some extreme dangerous cliff dive and say 'lives too short' but i don't, and with a stable career thats a foundation for life, money is what gets us by. ;c
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I'd say both, yeah it's nice to get your dream job but sometimes it might now pay a lot, not saying you should just look for a diffrent job but it's best if you keep in mind that your dream job may not make a lot of money, so you might have to cut down on things if thats the case
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Follow your dreams. They're not always going to make others happy but what matters is that it makes you happy.
My partner isn't known for having money and is very depressed as he doesn't have much to live on or go by. My dream is, when I am able to marry him, I want to work as hard as I can so I can give him the happy life he never had and I want him to have all he's ever wanted, including a son. I want to spend the rest of my life with this man and he makes me the happiest woman on earth.
So I guess my "dream" is money...but to give my significant other what he's never gotten to experience himself.
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But to answer the question.. I would say follow your dreams. My mother wanted to travel the world and be a flight attendant, just having a suitcase and sleeping in whatever area her work in currently in, and not have a permanent residence. She ended up being a nurse and regrets not being an attendant every day, so much so that she's even depressed. Money is something that could only be a temporary issue. There will always be people in the world willing to help you with that. Your dreams are something you've wanted your entire life, don't pass them up.
So I guess my "dream" is money...but to give my significant other what he's never gotten to experience himself.
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But to answer the question.. I would say follow your dreams. My mother wanted to travel the world and be a flight attendant, just having a suitcase and sleeping in whatever area her work in currently in, and not have a permanent residence. She ended up being a nurse and regrets not being an attendant every day, so much so that she's even depressed. Money is something that could only be a temporary issue. There will always be people in the world willing to help you with that. Your dreams are something you've wanted your entire life, don't pass them up.
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