Give limited wealth to each family member / next generation so they have enough security but not too much to become irresponsible and careless. A trapeze artist can use the safety net in 2 ways--to push her limit and try harder stunts, knowing that she is safe if she fails, or to get lazy and careless. Similarly, wealthy people can use their wealth to do more and push boundaries or get entitled, arrogant, and lazy. Warren Buffet, I believe, gave “only” $10 million to each of his kids, and that too very late in their lives, when the kids were in their 40s or 50s. But he and his wife also raised them with a work ethic and simplicity, where they are not simply living off their inheritance. Still, yes, they can lean on it to pursue their true desires--philanthropy, the arts, etc.--rather than being insecure and living only for a paycheck. Professional management, including wealth: Set up systems for family businesses and investments that are professionally managed or have oversight so family members cannot waste or destroy what previous generations built. This can also limit turf wars and succession battles that rip many families and empires apart.
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