The impact of money on the society...

At a fairly young age (6-8) I learned that money was very important because my parents would tell me about how important it is to save money and not to waste it. They also would explain monetary limits to me (like how we can't just pack up one day and go on a 3 week safari in Africa because we don't have the excess money for it). as i grew older, my parents continued to advise me to spend wisely.
I also hugely learned about the impact of money in the last several months as I'm applying to colleges. I applied to some expensive colleges. Now, the way my scholarships/financial aid work out will be one factor in deciding where I go.
Well i believe money are important for every person because they help you survive in the contemporary society , but we can t rely only on them , making the purpose of our life a run for wealth.I totally disagree with the statement that happiness means to be reach, let's just have look at how many suicides occur in the wealthier social classes , but i tend to agree that money is just a contribution to happiness.
Western society revolves around money and possessions and that is probably why people are so depressed and stressed.
You look at some African countries where they have no money and the people are so happy with their lives even though they have nothing ! It can teach us an important lesson.
I guess society is to blame, from childhood we are taught to achieve and to get good jobs so that we can have nice houses etc, but I think instead we should be taught to concentrate on enjoying life, primarily.
For most of us, money causes stress, not happiness. Unfortunately money is important, sadly, but it should never be more important than "happiness" and really enjoying our lives and helping others.