yes, its a good point to make. and not wrong, but i wouldn't say its the whole story. people have been creative and ingenious long before money existed. i certa

yes, its a good point to make. and not wrong, but i wouldn't say its the whole story. people have been creative and ingenious long before money existed. i certainly dont have enough historical knowledge, evidence, or thinking to make a compelling argument that money doesn't inspire creativity, but i really do have a suspicion that most good stuff comes from people who do it "just because", not to get rich. look at the incredible academics, artists, writers etc throughout history that weren't ever rich, nor really made the effort to be. but, for lots of day to day stuff, i do think money keeps the gears turning. so, i guess "why would they expend the effort in the first place?" ... because its fun.