This is your last chance to comment to win our review copy of “The Wealth Cure: Putting Money in its Place.“ So far only 5 people have entered so wow – this is an easy one to win! “The Wealth Cure” is by New York Times best selling author and CSI: NY actor Hill Harper, who shares personal anecdotes on the real meaning of being wealthy. He writes about money as if it were someone’s health in need of treatment plan:
Our society is addicted to debt, and, exacerbating that problem, we live in a culture that associates material objects “” “bling” “” with success. Those two factors have led us to overvalue money. So much so that in many ways we “chase paper” just as intently as substance addicts chase their next fix. Our relationship with money borders upon addiction, and so many of the problems we see today, individually and collectively, are the result of this craving. We make irrational and often destructive choices because we have given money and its pursuit too much value.
This 264-page book is divided into four wealth cure stages that consist of a diagnosis of your monetary health, treatment for whatever may be hurting your wealth, compliance to stick to your plan, and maintaining your health and wealth to thrive. When his father died, Harper sought comfort in an expensive vintage car, a passion his father shared. Harper takes the reader on a journey of reflection filled with advice from family, friends, and the Bible.
This book is not for those looking for a quick fix. It’s for those who desire to take the right steps to true wealth with the help of money. Inside, you’ll find charts to start a financial plan, tips on investing on life insurance, having a will and an emergency fund, as well as steps to get out of credit card debt.
To win, let us know how you define wealth by Thursday Sept. 22, 2011 at 11:59 p.m. EST for a chance to win our review copy. Winners will be announced Friday. If you can’t wait to get your hands on the book and read more about Harper’s journey and money advice, you can purchase a new copy on Amazon
Welcome to Bargain Babe! I’m Mara, and I’m so glad you’re here. I am an obsessive bargain hunter and penny pincher, and I am determined to live a full life without EVER paying full price. 
Wealth is having a lot of friends, good family relationships, and being able to cover you basic needs.
I define wealth in family & love! If you are financially comfortable, then above and beyond should be used to bless others.
If your family is healthy and love abounds that is true wealth!
Wealth is when you have paid all you bills, student loans, credit cards, for the ‘things’ you have bought and, knowing you paid for them with your hard earned money.
Credit cards are just what the name says they are credit, but you have to earn it and, prove you have by paying the company back for trusting you. Then your being honest.
Wealth is happiness, family, and love. Money is materialistic you don’t need it to be wealthy.
Being wealthly is understanding the importance of faith and family. Put those first respectively and everything else will be provided.
Wealth is an intangible notion – it is a state of mind where full acceptance and appreciation of your life and the things in your life meet.
I have 7 kids — they are definitely my wealth!
Wealth is friends and family by your side, a healthy lifestyle, and money in the bank.
Wealth is having who you need (family and friends) and what you need (food and drink and shelter), and some money saved for those unexpected things.
Wealth is not stuff! I wish I learned this 25 years ago when I was busy working overtime to buy “stuff” that I didn’t need. I’m now trying to teach my children and grandchildren the difference between wants and needs.
Wealth is not always equal money. I feel fortunate that I have my family, health, friends, working and like my job, and yes, a little bit of savings. These all add up to a comfort level that makes me feel that I have worth which equates to my wealth.
Wealth is being surrounded by people who care about you & love you. Wealth is having enough money to cover your basic needs (not living frivoliously).
Wealth is not having to worry about where you will sleep tonight, whether or not your loved ones are safe, if you can eat tomorrow and who your friends are.
True wealth to me is knowing my family is safe and happy, that we are eachother’s soft place and together we will be ok.
Wealth means having a loving family, what you need to survive and all the rest is just icing on the cake.
Wealth is living debt free! When you are debt free you tell your money what to do and you are more likely to fulfill your purpose in life. When you are fulfilling your purpose in life you are passionate about what you do which inspires others and makes this world a better place. Wealth is being complete– emotionally, spiritually, physically and financially.
Wealth is definitely good health.
Wealth is being able to do what you want to do because you KNOW you have the ability to create the resources to do so. It is about being able to create a life that is sustainable and living within one’s means, being self-sufficient and being responsible for the choices that one makes.
“The happiest people don’t have the best of everything, they just make the best of everything they have.â€
Who is wealthy? One who is happy with his lot.
(Ethics of Our Fathers)
Wealth is is not how much you have, it’s what you value!
To me wealth is knowing that I have comfort in my daily rituals. That being work as in a steady job. Friends and family which we can share knowledge on how to maintain what we have or help each other. Savings and investments to ride out during these hard times and prepare for the kids education and finally being able to enjoy the fruits of my labor by not watching my American dream slowly shrink during these harsh financial times.
Wealth is having a loving family surrounding you!
Wealth is a beautiful balance between God, family, job, friends and self. Financial wealth for me would be monthly expenses, including fun stuff like dinner and kid events. PLUS that extra emergency account so when there is a mechanic bill for the vehicle or when the refrigerator takes a dump, there is no need to have a panic attack.
Wealth is having enough money left over after paying your bills to be able to help those less fortunate than you.
Wealth is the ability to do what you want, when you want to, with who you want.
Wealth is defined by each individual according to their personal priorities of what they need to feel safe, secure and happy.
The wealthiest person is the one who is willing to give his last dollar to the person who needs it even more. God rewards those willing to give. And anyone interpreting the word “reward” as money does not know God.
Wealth is being able to put food on the table, a roof over one’s head and clothes on one’s back. All this without having large credit card bills that you stress over each month or a mortgage payment you can’t afford for a large house you don’t need. When one is content with the simple basics of life, you find it easier to take pleasure in the little things, like a child’s smile, kindness of a stranger, and time spent with family and friends.
Wealth is what sustains you– love, family, relationships, and having the basics to survive, food, shelter, safety. Wealth should be measured in love
We are wealthy in friends and family, and most importantly healthwise. They say money can’t buy happiness, and it can’t if your life is unfulfilling and materialistic. However, if you have a wealth of love, and compassion in your heart – money can make you happier, by helping others through tough times. I wish I had a dollar for every time I said to myself “If I only had money I would buy…….for her/him – and make someone else happy.
Wealth is generational. It means your kids, kids, kids, kids will benefit from the plans you’ve made for your family.
To me, wealth is having my health and being able to spend quality time with my family and friends!
Wealth is measured in smiles and warm thoughts.
wealth is defined by abundance. for some it’s money, some love and some the in betweens.
Wealth means having enough to care for your family and having some left over to impact the lives of others
Wealth is being healthy!
Wealth is having those you love around you, the money to take care of them, and a little bit left over.
Wealth is knowing when enough is enough and being content in the moment. Celebrating every day to the fullest without regret with family and friends.
Having wealth can be classified in so many ways. Life health and strength is one way of defining wealth. Many people think having a lot of friends make you wealthy. It all depends on your personal definition. Being happy in Jesus and his love is my definition.
Although we need money for our basic needs and some desires, true wealth is having good health, the love of family and friends and personal a relationship with God.
to me real wealth is adding up the priceless moments.
Wealth is living a life of purpose and integrity.
Wealth is the ability to make a lot of people’s dreams come true!