Rich or Poor: Who is Truly Abundant?

25-06. Rich or Poor Wealth

Self Discovery Wisdom Podcast

Sara’s View of Life with Sara Troy, on air from February 11th

Rich or Poor: Who is Truly Abundant?

When we look at poverty, we often equate it with a lack of money—the inability to afford a better quality of life, to meet basic needs, and to live comfortably. Conversely, when we look at the wealthy, we see power, opulence, and privilege. But who is truly rich, and who is truly poor?

Across the world, many people live in what is deemed poverty—crowded homes, mud huts, and minimal material wealth. By North American standards, they have little. Yet, they are often rich in joy, gratitude, and community. Their abundance is found in their relationships, their laughter, and their appreciation for life itself.

Meanwhile, I have encountered countless wealthy individuals who, despite their immense financial success, live in constant fear—fear of losing money, of being manipulated, of being valued only for their wealth. Their paranoia dictates their lives, making them question who they can trust, how they can protect what they have, and how to accumulate more. In their relentless pursuit of power, they lose sight of true enrichment.

The Moral Compass of Wealth

A select few control vast sums of money, believing it grants them the ability to buy anything and anyone. Many have lost their moral compass, consumed by greed, manipulation, and an insatiable hunger for control. But in their endless pursuit of wealth, they reveal the greatest poverty of all—a poverty of spirit, of purpose, and of true connection.

Real enrichment has nothing to do with money. It is found in love, kindness, and understanding. When wealth becomes a dictator, a force that governs one’s sense of worth and purpose, it exposes the emptiness within. The wealthiest among us are not those with the most money but those who give, who uplift, who invest in the well-being of others.

The Struggle of the Poor and the Fear of the Rich

I have met people who live on the poverty line, struggling each month to afford basic necessities—housing, healthcare, and food. Their struggles are real, but so is their appreciation for what they do have. There is joy in the small pleasures of life: a meal, a warm home, a shared laugh with loved ones.

Interestingly, it is often those with the least who are the first to give. Experiments have shown that when a struggling person asks for help, few respond. Yet, when the message is changed to “need money for drugs,” people contribute. What does that say about our perceptions of poverty? Do we turn away from those in need because it reminds us of our own vulnerability?

I have interviewed people who once had it all—wealth, power, status—only to lose it. And in that loss, they found something far more valuable: humility, compassion, and a deeper understanding of what truly matters. Their reset, their realization, made them richer than ever before.

A Broken System

We live in a world where wealth is hoarded, where the rich manipulate laws and governments to serve their interests. Money dictates policies, buys politicians, and erodes ethics. Meanwhile, the poor face cuts to essential services, higher costs of living, and fewer opportunities to rise.

There is no reason for homelessness to exist in a world of such vast wealth. No reason for people to freeze in the streets while billionaires build superyachts. No reason for a system that forces people to choose between food and medication while pharmaceutical companies rake in obscene profits.

We need to tax the rich—not out of spite, but out of necessity. Imagine if even a fraction of their wealth was used to support education, healthcare, and infrastructure. The money that billionaires hoard could feed and house millions. The disparity is not just unfair; it is a failure of humanity.

True Abundance is in Giving

I do my work by donation. The interviews I conduct, the stories I share, and the insights I provide—these are my contributions to the world. If everyone gave just a little, the impact would be enormous. But I do not beg. True giving must come from a place of free will and gratitude, not coercion.

The real rich are those who share their wealth—whether it be financial, emotional, or intellectual—with others. Those who empower, uplift, and create opportunities. The real poor are those who hoard, manipulate, and measure their worth by numbers in a bank account.

The Power of Unity

For too long, we have allowed wealth and power to dictate the rules. But when people come together—when hearts, voices, and actions unite—the tide shifts. No amount of money can stand against a movement built on love, kindness, and justice.

History has shown that those who underestimate the power of the people ultimately fall. They believe they can buy loyalty, manipulate truth, and control narratives. But they cannot control the collective strength of humanity when it chooses to stand together.

The Choice is Ours

I am financially poor by society’s standards, living on a pension that barely covers my needs. And yet, I feel incredibly rich. My wealth is in the conversations I have, the stories I share, and the lives I touch. My abundance is in my purpose.

So, I ask you: Who is truly rich? And who is truly poor?

If we come together, if we choose to invest in humanity rather than in greed, we can create a world where wealth is not measured in dollars but in kindness, in impact, and in the legacy we leave behind.

Will you stand with the truly abundant?

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