I agree that chasing money is not a way to live a full life.

But I think there can be a balance between being self-sufficient and having the time to enjoy the intangibles that life offers, such as friends and family.

I've seen people who become too focused on "making it", where it consumes their lives and they suffer as a result. I've tried to tell them to take a break now and then, but those suggestions are usually met with reasons why chasing a dollar are more important.

I don't attempt to do that anymore, I just sigh, take a long walk and enjoy the rain falling through the trees.