Having money isn't the bottom line...but it also doesn't hurt.

Answer: A sense of well-being

Questions:

• What comes to mind when you hear the word “wealthy?”
• Do you think societal and cultural influences play a role in how people perceive well-being? Why or why not?
• Discuss instances where someone might have a lot of money but low well-being, and vice versa.

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Ryan Wood

Ryan is the Partnerships and Adoption Manager for Next Gen Personal Finance’s midwest region. He brings his experience as a former teacher, curriculum designer, and sales and marketing professional to state organizations and school districts in supporting the implementation of their personal financial education efforts. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay and earned his teaching credential from Saint Mary’s University in Winona, Minnesota. He proudly taught at two rural high schools in Wisconsin before transitioning to curriculum design at NGPF, and is now excited to be on the front lines in delivering the best possible financial education in the midwest. He and his wife have three beautiful daughters, each of which inspire him to share the impact of being sound financial stewards both at home and as lifelong learners.