What goes on between the dash is what matters. Meaning what's on the gravestone...what happens inbetween that dash is all that counts in life.

Money matters to a point. If your living off other people, unable to support yourself, it doesn’t matter how big your heart is, you need a job and some motivation. Walk, if you’re worried about your carbon footprint, but be walking to work.

The people who remember you when you are gone are the ones who were either hurt by you or helped by you. Money isn't a factor in that equation. It's either kindness or selfishness - not rich or poor.

I also saw the soul comment. I am trying to redefine the term for atheists. So not a completely immortal soul, but looking at the legacy we leave.

I agree. Just took an interesting course on altruism through coursera.org. It discusses the most effective ways to help others. One proposed idea is making as much money as possible, and then committing to donating a large portion to worthwhile charities. There's also great discussions about what constitutes a worthwhile charity.

Yep.

Totally agree with you.

Ultimately none of that matters either.

But at least it’s a kinder world if adopted.