The article explores modern greed, characterized by constant pursuit of financial and material wealth, power, and experiences. This insatiable desire stems from both early deprivation and societal norms. The author highlights various forms of greed, including the obsession with social media and superficial relationships. By contrasting this with cultural philosophies like Japanese wabi-sabi and Nordic lagom, the article emphasizes that 'enough' is a learned concept. It offers practical solutions through gratitude, mindfulness, and generosity as means to combat greed and find fulfillment in life.
Greed manifests in financial, material, power, experiential, and relational forms, often fueled by early deprivation and an insatiable desire for more.
Cultural concepts like Japanese wabi-sabi and Nordic lagom illustrate that our understanding of 'enough' is learned and can be shifted towards gratitude and generosity.
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