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What does it mean?
Financial resources can alleviate almost any sorrow or hardship.
In plain terms
Money can help solve most sad problems in life.
What can you take from it?
A good income is a powerful tool against suffering.

Where it applies

  • dealing with loss
  • planning for crisis
  • evaluating wealth

Putting it to work

  • financial planning
  • prioritizing security
  • offering aid

Questions to consider

  • Can money buy peace?
  • What sorrows remain after wealth?

Another view

Some sorrows like grief cannot be fixed by money.

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