> Should we live in a world where we are wage slaves where 100% of our earnings are spent on the bare necessities such as food and shelter? No. > Surely we wo

> Should we live in a world where we are wage slaves where 100% of our earnings are spent on the bare necessities such as food and shelter? No. > Surely we work to be able to spend some money on the pleasures of life? Money doesn't buy happiness. The best things in life are free. And sure, if you have money to spend on fun things, have at it. If you don't and you want to, try finding a way to do it. It really is up to you. But the idea that if you do not have disposable income to engage in consumerism you're going to be unhappy, well I'll just say that's a terrible starting point for your argument, and a mindset that breeds unhappiness quicker than tight finances.