Tag: Finances

Love , of money & material things

People who cannot love other people often start loving money because it becomes a means to possess things, filling the void left by the lack of emotional connection. This phenomenon is deeply rooted in human psychology and societal values, where material possessions are often seen as a substitute for genuine human relationships and emotional fulfillment.

The ability to love and form deep, meaningful connections with others is fundamental to human happiness and well-being. When individuals are unable to experience this form of love, whether due to past trauma, emotional barriers, or personality disorders, they frequently seek alternative sources of satisfaction and security. Money, in this context, becomes a powerful substitute. It offers a sense of control, stability, and validation that they might not be able to find in interpersonal relationships.

Money provides the means to acquire material goods, experiences, and even social status. These possessions and achievements can offer temporary gratification and a semblance of fulfillment. For example, owning luxury items, living in a lavish home, or having the financial freedom to travel and indulge in exclusive experiences can create an illusion of happiness and success. This material wealth can also serve as a shield against the feelings of inadequacy or loneliness that come from the inability to form loving relationships.

Moreover, in many societies, wealth is often equated with personal worth. The more money one has, the more respect and admiration one tends to receive. This external validation can be particularly appealing to those who struggle with self-worth and find it difficult to receive love and acceptance from others. By amassing wealth and possessions, they seek to compensate for the lack of emotional intimacy and self-esteem.

The relentless pursuit of money can become an obsession, where material gains are continually sought to fill an emotional void. This is often seen in individuals who, despite having substantial wealth, never feel satisfied. They keep acquiring more, hoping to attain a sense of completeness and contentment that remains elusive. This unending quest for more wealth can lead to increased stress, anxiety, and even a deeper sense of isolation. The relationships formed around money tend to be transactional and superficial, lacking the depth and authenticity of genuine human connections.

This pursuit of money and material possessions often leads to a hollow existence. The temporary satisfaction derived from buying things can never truly replace the profound joy and contentment that come from loving and being loved. Over time, this can result in a life that feels empty and devoid of true meaning. The more they invest in material wealth, the further they drift from the potential for real emotional connection.

Furthermore, the societal emphasis on material success often reinforces this behavior. From a young age, many people are conditioned to equate success with financial prosperity and material possessions. This societal pressure can exacerbate the tendency to substitute money for love, particularly in cultures where individual worth is closely tied to economic status.

Ultimately, while money can provide comfort, security, and a temporary distraction, it cannot fulfill the fundamental human need for love and connection. True fulfillment comes from nurturing relationships, showing compassion, and connecting with others on an emotional level. Investing in relationships and emotional health, rather than just financial wealth, leads to a more balanced and satisfying life. No amount of money can replace the profound and lasting joy that comes from genuine human connection.

In essence, the relationship with money as a substitute for love is a coping mechanism that addresses a deeper emotional void. While it may offer a temporary sense of fulfillment, it is ultimately unsustainable. Cultivating emotional intelligence, seeking therapy, and fostering meaningful relationships are crucial steps toward achieving true happiness and contentment.

Expanding May 28 -Formalizing You

Channeled by Brenda Hoffman

Dear Ones, In the next few days, you will undergo a significant shift. Even though you have shifted almost continuously since you began your transition journey, the shifts happening now are more profound than you are accustomed to.

As is true for any growth, each shift adds to what has already been achieved. So, it is an accumulation instead of a lone addition. And with each accumulation, the depth of knowing or sensing grows exponentially. In a sense, shifting from being amazed at the wonders of your baby rattle to reading words and creating concepts with those words.

You are fully enmeshed in your new being, even if it might not feel like you are in certain circumstances or moments. You are combining what you know into a complete New You package – understanding what you wish to develop or study and what no longer interests you.

Of course, we of the Universes have previously stated similar concepts. The difference is that until now, you were most likely adapting, reviewing, or accepting one piece at a time. Within the next few days, you will begin to combine your bits of knowledge into a greater whole.

You will probably feel dazed – similar to feelings before a final exam in an uncomfortable subject. As was often true for that final exam, even though you will guess at some answers and activities, overall, you will pass with flying colors. What was is no more. And what is is just beginning.

Think of the next few days as the time you spent worrying about your final exam results. And then, in the days following, allowing yourself a “Bravo” for a job well done.

Even though the hesitation, the fear you feel in the next few days, will be as painful as your fears about the outcomes of those classes you did not appreciate or enjoy, the aftermath will be, “I passed! I did it.”

Every one of you will pass, even though many of you reading this material will question your ability to do so – especially with the significant amount of universal energies floating about. Perhaps it might help you understand if you imagine trying to study for a challenging final exam and your sibling or roommate insists on distracting you with loud music or conversation.

Your successful outcome is a given.

So the question becomes, why do you feel distracted? Such is so because you are giving up a life that seemed normal to 3D you but is not necessarily suitable for new you. Your distraction is trying to determine what is right for new you while those in the background are clamoring, “Here, over here, no over here,” all of which is what or who you used to be but are no longer.

At the beginning of this significant energy burst, you will question the wisdom of your new thoughts or needs for specific actions. By the end, you will not care what anyone wants or needs because you will know who you are. This is a new world, and you are finalizing a new you.

You are ready to live in this new world despite your former fears or need to function as you thought you should. So be it. Amen.

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Cost of Living

Eddie Myles Jr. Observed:

“Which means food insecurity is higher than we have the ability to track in a study. Most people would consider a $400 rent increase catastrophic to their budget.

So 11k in under 2 years is an increase few families can simply absorb. So they’re going without. Now some of that is convenience foods (pre chopped vegetables, microwaveable meals, desserts etc) but not all of it.

That means families are cutting out whole food products and replacing them with sugar and salt ridden processed versions that are cheaper. So that $11k more the grocery store and its supply chain are dividing up amongst themselves has the additional burden of likely hundreds of thousands of dollars in emergency room and medication costs this families will eventually incur and not be able to pay for and wind up showing up in taxes.

So for all the “you gotta work harder.” Or the “work smarter” crowd. In the interests of your own American “bootstrap” rugged individualist lie you may want to see this as a you problem even if you can absorb that $11k.”