Is my life wasted because I didn't benefit directly from my actions?
I do not think so. I as someone who has never benefited from anyone’s estate but have seen others who have. And they are far better off .
If the only result from me being here with steem is to pass it on to grandson where it benefits him then I am successful.
I think this is the way it should be with the world at large too as we invest in many ways.