Our ancestors lived with scarcity ever since ancient times. Many people in the world still experience this today. However, those who have an abundance of food and money still retain deep fears that bad times will return suddenly. Is this attitude an advantage, or does a scarcity mindset prevent us from dreaming of a better future that is reachable only if we aspire for the best that we can become?

Paul and Virginia talk about how we are meant to carry each other through good times and hard times. What is the measure of happiness and what do our souls really long for in the pursuit of abundance? And finally, should we still practice frugality in times of abundance?