Humans are supreme creatures for many reasons, possessing beautiful qualities like love, care, humility, empathy, sympathy and much more. But sadly, they are also prone to some of the most negative traits, such as hatred, jealousy, envy, enmity and greed.

All of these qualities, both good and bad, shape human personality and behaviour. They influence our choices, relationships and the face of society. But among the negative traits, greed stands out because of its far-reaching consequences. Unlike momentary anger or fleeting envy, greed has the power to consume a person entirely, distorting values, breaking bonds and pushing one to chase more and more, often at the expense of others.

Often, we don’t even realise how greed manifests in daily life, its impact on individuals and society. Let’s explore why it is so important to recognise and resist it before it replaces contentment with endless desire.

The root of greed

One of the most common reasons behind greed is fear, especially the fear of facing financial problems at any time. This fear can make a person constantly wish for more and more money.

Often, they have seen tough times themselves or watched their parents struggle to make ends meet. Because they’ve experienced or witnessed this hardship, they feel they never have enough and are always looking for ways to earn more. Deep down, all these efforts are just their way of making sure they never have to face a financial crisis.

Greed silently eats away at our values, relationships and peace of mind. It is a mindset that never allows one to feel satisfied, no matter how much one gains

Discontentment follows

Greedy people are never truly content with what they’ve been blessed with. They’re always drawn to something that feels just out of reach. By “out of reach”, I don’t mean........

© Dawn Young Magazine