>> Why We Have This Emotion
Greed pushes us to seek more than we currently need. In moments of scarcity it can help us be strategic in what we gather for the future, but it comes at a large price, socially.
◎ What to do in the moment
Good Ideas
- Define “enough” in a clear sentence
- Precommit to limits ahead of time
- Separate out needs from luxuries
- Ask, “What am I afraid of lacking?”
- Plan for security, not accumulation
- Practice gratitude and generosity
- Notice when "enough" keeps moving
Bad Ideas
- Take more than you can use
- Hide, hoard, or exploit resources
- Refuse to share basic info or tools
- Lie or manipulate to gain advantage
- Measure worth by wealth or status
- Break rules or laws to get ahead
- Dismiss concerns as weakness