Money is neutral.
It's alright to want to earn a lot of money.
In Chinese society, there's this thought that is passed down from the older generations. It's almost shameful to have the desire to earn a lot of wealth. It's frowned upon to say those desires out loud. "You're too materialistic," they'd say. "We should be satisfied with what we have." "Do not be too greedy."
But, is it bad to be materialistic? Is it bad to want improvement? Improvement can be many things. It can be personal growth, the advancement in a career or rise in salary. As long as our ability improves, the rest will also follow. So, why shy away from salary growth or the desire to earn more?
"Look at those rich people. They party their money away. It's such a waste. You don't need that much money." We hear these comments a lot. However, the problem here lies in the owner of the money, not money itself.
Money is neutral. We use money to do something beneficial. With money, we support damaging activities. At the end of the day, it's what we do with the money. Why blame money for human's decision?
Wanting to earn more is a constructive aspiration. With money, there are more things we can do. Money is a type of investment. We can create a better world if we use it right.
Even if we don't yearn for wealth, why frown upon wealth gain? If we earn more than we desire, we can always donate them to those in need.
Thus, we shouldn't fear our desire. We shouldn't decline the attraction of wealth. As long as you desire, the universe will eventually give it to you. If you fear wealth, then you're blocking your own path in earning it.
Be courageous.
It's alright to voice our desire.

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