Comments on No Debt MBA: Anyone here "wealthy"?

Everyone has their own definition of wealth. It...

2011-11-30T01:40:00.039-08:00

Everyone has their own definition of wealth. It's how contented you are that matters.

Interesting article. Guess I'm not wealthy ac...

2011-06-13T23:11:36.296-07:00

Interesting article. Guess I'm not wealthy according to the survey. However, my definition of wealthy is having a positive state of mind, living every moment like it's your last with no regrets, and having enough money to do what you want to do.

I like #3 - freedom to pursue your passion. That w...

2011-06-13T14:54:47.074-07:00

I like #3 - freedom to pursue your passion. That would be my definition as well. Actually, pursue your passion while living a pretty comfortable life. ;)

I agree with Shannyn, I don't think it's n...

2011-06-13T07:02:51.513-07:00

I agree with Shannyn, I don't think it's necessarily negative to find money as an important or somewhat important measure of self-worth. Compensation is often tied to performance or value added, and you want to feel you are being appropriately compensated for your work and the results you deliver.

To complete the wealth question: 'You know you’re wealthy when… you're free to make impulsive decisions without affecting your financial situation."

I love traveling, so for me that would mean being able to plan a last minute trip, without having to put a big dent on my savings or emergency fund.

No, I agree, the title is ridiculous...could you i...

2011-06-12T08:44:05.824-07:00

No, I agree, the title is ridiculous...could you imagine someone being like "I had NO idea I was wealthy!" I think that only works the other way around...when you have no idea how far behind you actually are!

Well, I don't think it's sad though that the people surveyed associated their net worth with their self worth- if you've worked for it, it can be a measure of your success and efforts, but I hope it's not their ONLY measure since the intangibles like friendships and family relationships are better indicators of worth in my opinion!

It's great to find another grad student blogger out there! :)