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Joe Kovac's avatar

Imagine if we didn't ransom physiological needs like shelter with a manufactured affordability crisis. I truly think if the basics of life were more easily afforded, people would be more actuated to prosper more.

Scott Sykes's avatar

This one is a keeper. Thanks, Grant.

Grant Varner's avatar

Glad it resonated Scott! Hope you’re doing well.

Craig Jackson's avatar

Great read! This is an impactful trend - at societal levels and around the dinner table. Other factors influencing it: less religion, kids moving away after college, and lack of communication (pressure) from parents. Thanks for sharing!

Grant Varner's avatar

thanks Craig! glad it spoke to you. i went back-and-forth for a long time on the scope of this essay, as there's so much i left out

global population trends immediatly comes to mind and whether/how that will impact the global economy in the future