As the behavioral economists have proposed, happiness might be found in experiences (“being alive”) rather than possessions. Furthermore, relationships (“someone who’ll always be there as frightened as you of being alive”) may be more important than cash. Sondheim might be right. The choice might not be one’s money. We might instead choose our life. Happiness may truly be a matter of BEING ALIVE!
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