2026-01-04 19:31:05

When asked why I want wealth, many people blurt out: Ferrari, Rolex, luxury goods. But honestly, these are not true desires. What truly attracts me is that intangible thing — going to the gym at 3 p.m. on a Monday without needing to ask for leave; curling up in a café on a rainy day, spending an hour daydreaming without rushing back to the office; cooking at home, choosing the freshest ingredients, and enjoying a carefully prepared meal; when spending money on family, not having to calculate or hesitate. Ultimately, what I want is sovereignty over my time and the freedom to choose. Money is just a tool, used to regain control over my life.

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WhaleWatcher

· 01-07 18:01

You're absolutely right, it's really not that superficial. True luxury is having freedom of time. --- Can I casually take a leave on Monday at 3 PM to go to the gym? I still have to look at my boss's face now, it's really heartbreaking. --- This is the freedom that Web3 people want—complete control over their time and assets. --- Being able to cook properly at home without rushing back to the office, isn't that so much better? Much more satisfying than a Ferrari. --- NG, spending money on family without worries really hits me; there's a sense of security. --- Money = freedom of time. That's the real reason why we're all in. --- So the ultimate secret to financial freedom is not having to look at anyone's face? --- What does it mean to truly have sovereignty? Probably being able to sleep in after quitting your job. --- Still dreaming of going to the gym at 3 PM on Monday with a 996 schedule? That's a bit tough. --- Regaining control over your life, that feels so good to say. That's the true meaning of Web3.

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ApeDegen

· 01-07 13:56

Basically, it's about wanting freedom—that's the real luxury.

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MetaMaximalist

· 01-07 13:06

ngl this hits different when you realize wealth is really just about optionality & protocol sovereignty over your own time. like the whole ferrari thing is just poor signaling mechanism tbh... time liquidity > asset accumulation any day. that's the real network effect nobody talks about

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SignatureDenied

· 01-04 20:00

You're right, really stop pretending. The hype around Ferrari is just a turn-off.

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MeaninglessGwei

· 01-04 20:00

You're absolutely right. The essence of wealth is freedom, not a pile of broken copper and scrap metal. Really, being able to take a spontaneous day off to relax at a coffee shop... that’s the ultimate luxury. Now I finally understand that what the wealthy truly care about isn’t showing off, but not being forced to do anything. Compared to a Ferrari, I’d rather have the feeling of not having to look at my boss’s face on a Monday afternoon. Money is indeed a passport to freedom, but many people have never truly understood this. Honestly, this article talks about something most people dream of but can never bring themselves to say. Finally, someone has shed light on this—time is the most precious commodity.

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Tokenomics911

· 01-04 19:56

Honestly, compared to those fake luxury brands, I just want the freedom on Monday to not have to watch the boss's face.

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MevWhisperer

· 01-04 19:54

Well said, this is what it truly means to understand life. I just get annoyed by those who spend all day showing off cars and watches—it's hilarious.

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BTCBeliefStation

· 01-04 19:47

Yeah, you're absolutely right. Compared to those illusions, I just want the feeling of not having to punch in on Monday. ------ Really, being able to take a spontaneous day off to drink coffee is more satisfying than ten Ferraris. ------ When it comes to time freedom, it's truly unattainable without money; only the wealthy can truly possess it. ------ Spending money on family without worrying about calculations—that's the true form of wealth. ------ Honestly, it's about wanting control; money is just the stepping stone. ------ Being able to go wherever I want at 3 PM on Monday... just thinking about it feels great. ------ That's the real reason I want money. Those luxury watches and such are just a cover. ------ Freedom > all luxury goods. I can accept this logic. ------ Being able to cook slowly at home without rushing for work—that's valuable.

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GasGrillMaster

· 01-04 19:37

Honestly, this is the truth. Those flashy displays of wealth are all fake; I just want the freedom to leave work anytime to have coffee. --- Exactly, the essence of money is exchanging time. Only those who understand this are truly enlightened. --- I'm currently working towards this goal, not for a car or a watch, but so I can sleep in naturally on Monday. --- So touching, every time I have to ask my boss for leave to do what I want, it's such a hassle. --- Thinking about it deeply, most people earn money just so that after they have money, they don't need to earn anymore. That logic is brilliant. --- Indeed, I would rather buy fewer things than give up my time; this calculation is always worth it. --- Very true, the sense of freedom can't really be bought, but money can help you create that environment. --- Stop with that nonsense. Who doesn't want to do whatever they want at 3 PM? The key is how to make it happen.

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