Case 17.1

William is a 38-year-old computer systems executive.He has come to a point in his life where he is reassessing his ambitions and personal life.He attends professional development conferences regularly and is working on an MBA.Although he eats a low-fat diet and exercises regularly,he works 70-80 hours a week,seldom sees his children except after they are in bed,does not visit his place of worship except on religious holidays,and feels as though his wife is a stranger.William believes that if he can earn just 20 percent more,he can relax because his family will be financially secure.

-Refer to Case 17.1.In order to attain a "right livelihood," William needs to

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Case 17.1
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William is a 38-year-old computer systems executive.He has come to a point in his life where he is reassessing his ambitions and personal life.He attends professional development conferences regularly and is working on an MBA.Although he eats a low-fat diet and exercises regularly,he works 70-80 hours a week,seldom sees his children except after they are in bed,does not visit his place of worship except on religious holidays,and feels as though his wife is a stranger.William believes that if he can earn just 20 percent more,he can relax because his family will be financially secure.
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-Refer to Case 17.1.In order to attain a "right livelihood," William needs to​

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In order to attain a "right livelihood," William needs to place money in a secondary position. William's focus on earning more money to achieve financial security is consuming his life and causing him to neglect his personal relationships and values. By placing money in a secondary position, he can prioritize his relationships with his family, community, and personal growth. This may require reevaluating his career choices and finding a better work-life balance. Accepting the myth of scarcity, spending what he earns, and avoiding discussing financial matters with his family do not address the root issues underlying William's dissatisfaction with his life.

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Case 17.1