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You would think that with an infinite amount of money, you could pursue whatever lifestyle you desire. One could easily buy land and housing anywhere on earth,

You would think that with an infinite amount of money, you could pursue whatever lifestyle you desire. One could easily buy land and housing anywhere on earth, and surround himself with whatever people he wishes. I can't even imagine the endless possibilities. The choice of a $70mil mansion and non-stop parties is pretty narrow-sighted. Lucky for him he still has a fortune to try again.

mikekchar 11y ago
Many people (probably almost everyone who will read this post) have enough money to eat just about any kind of food they want for dinner tonight. Imagine the endless possibilities! You can go to a market and discover a whole new world. The internet can teach you how to bring it to your own house. For a little bit more, you could go to a fancy restaurant. For a one time treat, most here could easily afford to eat dinner prepared by a famous chef. Despite this, how many will choose fast food tonight? Fast food, sit-coms on TV, no exercise, same boring commute every day, same conversations with the same people every day. All of these things are well within our control. Do we lack imagination, or something else? Even without his fortune, we can all share in his misfortune ;-) P.S. My boss once told me about someone who would buy anyone a hamburger in exchange for a good story. Not really, that expensive IMHO (cheaper than a movie!).
- rootlocus 11y ago
  You made me feel just as narrow sighted, but on a smaller scale (sincere thanks for the insight). However, there are still lots of people who don't eat fast food for dinner. And for that, they are healthier and better looking. Would you feel sorry for the guy complaining that he's fat and ugly whilst chewing on a burger? Aren't our own decisions responsible for who we are? I still don't think he deserves to be pitied.
  - mikekchar 11y ago
    Personally, I think you are right. I don't think he deserves pity. Having said that, I have suffered greatly in my life by my own hand (without really knowing it was me who was inflicting the pain). As stupid as it is, I don't think anyone deserves that suffering either. I hope he figures it out eventually.

mikekchar 11y ago

Many people (probably almost everyone who will read this post) have enough money to eat just about any kind of food they want for dinner tonight. Imagine the endless possibilities! You can go to a market and discover a whole new world. The internet can teach you how to bring it to your own house. For a little bit more, you could go to a fancy restaurant. For a one time treat, most here could easily afford to eat dinner prepared by a famous chef. Despite this, how many will choose fast food tonight? Fast food, sit-coms on TV, no exercise, same boring commute every day, same conversations with the same people every day. All of these things are well within our control. Do we lack imagination, or something else? Even without his fortune, we can all share in his misfortune ;-) P.S. My boss once told me about someone who would buy anyone a hamburger in exchange for a good story. Not really, that expensive IMHO (cheaper than a movie!).

rootlocus 11y ago
You made me feel just as narrow sighted, but on a smaller scale (sincere thanks for the insight). However, there are still lots of people who don't eat fast food for dinner. And for that, they are healthier and better looking. Would you feel sorry for the guy complaining that he's fat and ugly whilst chewing on a burger? Aren't our own decisions responsible for who we are? I still don't think he deserves to be pitied.
- mikekchar 11y ago
  Personally, I think you are right. I don't think he deserves pity. Having said that, I have suffered greatly in my life by my own hand (without really knowing it was me who was inflicting the pain). As stupid as it is, I don't think anyone deserves that suffering either. I hope he figures it out eventually.