[split] Free will infringement and the monetary system

[Patrick]

When I pay for a service, I really don't think it's the money I am giving that grants me any right to receive that service. I don't have any right to demand any service, paid or not. The way I see it now is that any service I receive is only due to the gracious will of the provider. It doesn't even matter if they expect money in exchange. I am always just so glad that they are willing to provide me service.

Not sure I am finding the right words to convey how I feel about this. But it's beautiful to me the way I experience it. !

[Doomchief]

When I pay for a service, I really don't think it's the money I am giving that grants me any right to receive that service. I don't have any right to demand any service, paid or not. The way I see it now is that any service I receive is only due to the gracious will of the provider. It doesn't even matter if they expect money in exchange. I am always just so glad that they are willing to provide me service.

Not sure I am finding the right words to convey how I feel about this. But it's beautiful to me the way I experience it. !

I understand you, brother
I've had an experience of asking for food. In exchange for a conversation and my gratitude. A challenging lesson (personally). Because I was so used to the role of a helper/giver. And when I went after the Creator suddenly I became the one asking for something to eat. I did not take money if offered, only food.
Investigation into free will and compassion.