ARTICLES

Organizational Dynamics, Fall 2007, Vol 36, No 3, pp 231-243 (Fall 2007)

The objective of this article is to explore the role money plays in our lives.
First, I will touch on the symbolic role of money, especially as it relates to
developmental forces such as rivalry, competitiveness, envy, greed, and love.
Then I will contend that the mindless pursuit of money contributes to a mortgaged life. In this context I will explore the relationship between money and health, and money and happiness. Finally, I will discuss ways that the money conundrum can be made more manageable. What can be done about managing our needs? And if wealth has been acquired, what is the most appropriate way to deal with it?