S10 Ep 8 What Money Can’t Buy

In the final episode of the ‘Money and Me’ season, Simon and Bex put money into its proper perspective, discussing a number of ways in which there is more to life than money.

Some key points of interest covered in this episode include the following:

• Simon explains why, in the context of the ‘Money and Me’ season, it seemed worthwhile to have a podcast episode which explores what money can’t do. [01:20]
• Simon suggests that the familiar expression, ‘Money can’t buy happiness,’ isn’t entirely true as money can certainly make a difference by addressing basic necessities, enabling people to move beyond the lowest rungs of Maslow’s ‘Hierarchy of Needs’. [02:14]
• Money can also make a difference to our health, but it definitely can’t cover all the bases. [06:51]
• Similarly, money can help to support our social interactions, but it can’t, for example, buy a best friend! [09:47]
• Simon notes that if we are offering practical help to someone, it can make a real difference if we are specific about the ways in which we can help. [12:59] He also points out that creating time for people by the way that we provide support can be an invaluable gift for them [15:35], as can something that we are able to do for them because of a skill that we have. [17:27]
• Many of the things that money can’t buy can contribute to a sense of joy that is more deep-rooted and significant than just feeling happy. [18:05] Bex quotes from Philippians 4.11-13 to illustrate the nature of the deep contentment and trust that Paul suggests should be the experience and hallmark of Christians: ‘I am not saying this because I am in need, for I have learned to be content whatever the circumstances. I know what it is to be in need, and I know what it is to have plenty. I have learned the secret of being content in any and every situation, whether well fed or hungry, whether living in plenty or in want. I can do all this through him who gives me strength.’ [19:05]
• Simon suggests that a godly perspective (the Perspective Hack) can make all the difference to the way that we live our lives and the degree to which we feel a sense of purpose. [19:58]
• And, of course, as the Beatles sang, one vital element of life that can’t be bought is love! [21:30]
• Bex invites listeners to send in their ideas about ways in which we can help others [22:11], and also recommends listening to our 100th episode to learn about the charity giveaway that is currently taking place. [22:47]

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