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An optimistic aspect of the age of abundance is the potential for reduced costs of essential needs. As technology becomes more integrated, the prices of housing, energy, and even food could drop significantly. In this scenario, what constitutes a living wage might change dramatically, creating the possibility that people may require far less income to sustain a comfortable lifestyle. This raises questions about money's role in society and what it means to thrive in a post-scarcity environment.