One funny thing about all of these different areas is 1 none of them are taxed. You are 2 on the money you earn, and that is it. There is no knowledge tax, for example. You can learn freely throughout life and 3 a huge “ bank account ” of knowledge. No one can steal it or 4 it in any way. 5 , knowledge is the one thing you might be able to take with you to Heaven. All of these alternative types of wealth are different 6 financial wealth, and yet all of them can be equally 7 in their own ways. The point is that the act of purchasing things 8 itself, despite 9 television informs you, and may not be what will bring you maximum happiness in life. Things like good friends, a loving spouse, 10 children, a home built on love, a clear conscience, a 11 goal and a job you truly enjoy bring you contentment 12 lasts and has meaning. These things are often quite 13 the simple-minded teenagers, but as you 14 these things become more important. As you look at the world around you and come to understand what is important to you, keep these things 15 mind. Think about what it is that you enjoy and what 16 you truly happy. See what you find. In thinking about it 17 , you might be surprised by what you discover. Money is 18 important, for you need it to 19 . But it is not the only thing you need, and money itself will not bring lasting happiness to most people. Man does not live by bread 20 .