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The Most Important Book About Money I've Ever Read - Sacred Economics: Money, Gift & Society in the Age of Transition With Charles Eisenstein.

Boundless Life

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From Gifts to Goals: The Evolution of Value

This chapter explores the transition from gift-based economies to the use of money in complex societies, highlighting how advancements in agriculture and labor division shaped these systems. It examines the historical origins of money as a symbol of social agreements rather than mere value, and discusses the implications of commodification on relationships and the environment. The conversation also considers the potential for returning to a gift economy and the intrinsic value of personal connections and artistic expression beyond financial measures.

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