Spend it All, This April Fool's Day

Die With Zero came highly recommended to me, perhaps for its insistence of shocking the average person (in this part of the world) into considering their 'autopilot' and deciding what to live their life for.

If, according to the book, you are of a certain decent amount of income and assets, then you could spend your money on a designer latte or cappucino, or you could spend your wealth in a faraway beach somewhere, as long as it is a conscious decision. After all, memories, that you consciously sought after, are what you take to your grave.

I am sure the book successfully rocked a number of individuals out of their comfort zone. Made them question what they were doing with their lives.

Doesn't Go Far Enough

This book is acknowledged for its provocative psychology.

Unfortunately, people take the advice too seriously, almost to the verge of gospel.

Yes, you should exercise discretion and discernment with how you spend your money.

But how are you supposed to know how to spend your money wisely, when you may not know about the value of money in actuality?

The book has made an extremely bold assumption by saying that the reader is asummed to be capable of earning sufficient money (over a sustainable period of time). As a short writing, it does not seek to emphasise how an individual can accumulate assets ahead of liabilities, and income ahead of expenses.

You could focus your life on your next annual leave and holiday, but focussing on expenses that way is, this blogger would submit a wrong way to live. Focus instead on bringing value to yourself and others by way of income and expenses.

Up for Discussion

This blogger hopes that the average reader out there will consider the re-emphasis on accumulating wealth. All comments, questions and even likes are invited. Please let a message to discuss the distinction made if you agree and disagree with the same.