How Much Is Enough?

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“There is no greater calamity than not knowing what is enough; Therefore, knowing that enough is enough is always enough” – Lao Tzu


How much money do we need to feel happy?

How much money do we need in the bank to feel secure?

How Much Is Enough?

 

How many cars do we need in our household?

How many new cars will we buy in our lifetime?

How Much Is Enough?

 

How much money do we need to earn per hour?

How much money do we need to earn per year?

How Much Is Enough?

 

Will that brand new TV on credit really improve our life?

Will the latest, greatest smartphone do the same?

How Much Is Enough?

 

Do we really need more new shoes or to pay the rent instead?

Do we really need to use our overdraft just because it’s there?

How Much Is Enough?

 

Is more really better?

Is more really the answer?

How Much Is Enough?

 

Is the continual pursuit for more making us happier?

How much is the pursuit for more truly costing us?

How Much Is Enough?

 

When will we realise enough is enough?

When will we realise too much is just waste?

How Much Is Enough?

 

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