Happiness: More Than Just Being Rich

Many people these days connect the idea of happiness to how much money someone owns. Some even believe you must have a million dollars before you can truly feel happy. This idea makes it seem like only rich people can have happiness. But if happiness depends on having a lot of money, most people would always feel like something is missing in their lives.

When people set very high goals for happiness, like becoming a millionaire, they often feel unhappy with what they have now. For example, someone who has saved up one hundred thousand dollars might still feel unhappy, thinking it's not enough. This is because they think they need nine hundred thousand dollars more to be happy. This feeling is not just about money—it also makes people feel unhappy and incomplete inside. This creates stress and makes life less enjoyable.

When we believe happiness is about being very rich, it becomes hard to find and keep. People keep working for something that is difficult to get, and they always feel like they are missing something. This is not healthy.

But happiness doesn't have to come from money. We can find happiness in simple things, like spending time with family and friends, doing activities we love, or reaching small goals. These small joys make us feel more content.

Another way to be happy is to appreciate what we already have. Being thankful can help us see life in a better way and make every day feel special. Happiness is not just something we reach one day—it is something we can feel along the way as we live our lives. If we enjoy each moment, we feel more fulfilled.

Also, sharing and helping others can make us happy. When we make other people happy, we also feel happier inside. This shows that we do not need to be rich to enjoy happiness. Happiness comes from actions and experiences that give life meaning.

In reality, you don’t need a huge fortune or major achievements to experience real happiness. Simple things, gratitude, enjoying the journey of life, and helping others can bring true happiness. We should try to see happiness in these ways, not just as something connected to money. That way, happiness can be part of our life every day.

Inspired by:

Einzelgänger. "The Less You Want, The More You Have | Minimalist Philosophy for Living in Abundance." YouTube, 3 June 2021, http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZrMOLqgv714.

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