If you must choose between wealth and character: Choose character

Our culture seems to value success -- in other words, money, power, and status -- more and more highly. However, this kind of "wealth" all too often comes at the expense of integrity, balance, and healthy relationships. When you choose to preserve and develop your character over your bank account, you'll be making the far wiser investment in your future -- and you'll attract the sorts of people and opportunities that you really want.