ROBERT T. KIYOSAKI

People's lives are forever controlled by two emotions - fear and greed. While fulfilling our greed we often opt for a job to earn plenty of money, which is eventually a short term solution to a long term problem. 

It's just like the picture of a donkey dragging a cart with its owner danglin...

"Human emotions named fear and greed. First, the fear of being without money motives us to work hard, and then once we get that paycheck, greed or desire stars us thinking about all the wonderful things money can buy."

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If emotions are contagious, so are positive social connections.

Researchers found that social relationships, social support, and social acceptance helped develop positive self-esteem throughout people's lives. A positive feedback loop accumulates over time.