Western and eastern cultures have many distinct differences, one of which is the highest position one can reach.
In the East, the highest state you can reach is enlightenment.
However, in the West, we aren’t taught to believe enlightenment is possible. So with that ruled out, what is it we pursue?
Judging from the Western’s that I look up to, I believe the highest position is to become independently wealthy and then become a philanthropist.
There is no conclusion to the post, I’m merely sharing an observation.