[335i101]

Originally Posted by theholycow

So, to take the original post seriously...


It would really depend on how the money was made. If the risks and sacrifices were solely yours and the money was truly not made by the risks and sacrifices of others without them also reaping the rewards (which can be hard to see properly from your point of view, unfortunately), then there I think is absolutely nothing to feel guilty about. I have no problem with the concept of someone having money and I can't understand the people who do have a problem with that, except those who believe that it is not possible to do without hurting others (with whom I disagree but at least understand).

Whether or not you feel guilt, though, it is incumbent upon you to put that money to work, not just for you but for everybody. I don't mean handing it out; I mean investing it wisely in investments that properly pay back while also supporting the economy, workers, and good values. Buying nice things (and a 335i is nice but not gratuitous or excessive) is cool, but some kind of more direct and local investment, such as a small business, is in order.

Since you do feel bad about it, investing in a way that is up-close-and-personal where you can see the good results for yourself would help not only with the aforementioned responsibility but would also help you feel better. I don't know how to identify or find these opportunities, but you are good at making things happen so I bet you can.

Well spoken thanks