Is Happiness Directly Proportonal to Spending Money?
Your Wallet Might Disagree
Happinessâthe ultimate goal we are all chasing. Some people say, the more you can afford to spend, the happier you will be. If that was true, billionaires would have been always jumping and giggling our of joy, like kids in a candy store.
Instead, they are buying their third yacht while still looking like a sleepless zombie who lives on caffeine.
The Temporary Thrill of Spending
Probably we have all been thereâwhen the heart starts pounding with excitement and feels like you are just one more purchase away from eternal bliss.
You think, âthis new gadget will make me so happy!â , while clicking *add to cart* with glee.
A week later, it starts collecting dust, and the only thing thatâs âfulfilledâ is your credit card statement.
It's funny how, the joy of that luxurious weekend getaway fades just as quickly as your bank balance.
Small Wallets, Big Happiness
On the other hand, some of lifeâs happiest moments are surprisingly cheap.Well, I might sound a bit philosophical, but try to remember for once - how you feel while
having a walk in the park, laughing with friends, or even laughing at a cat video.
These things donât come with a price tag (and no buyerâs remorse, either).
Studies show that shared experiences, like spending time with loved ones, bring more lasting happiness than quick a dopamine spike you get from luxury items. And you know whatâs the best part? These moments can stay in your memory, forever.
The Stress of Spending
Consider you have just bought your dream car, and you are on top of the world of staying on top of the world. Only to realize you are now drowing into a massive credit card bill.
Suddenly, that new car's smell isnât sweet anymore - when paired with the scent of financial stress.
It turns out , that spending big can lead to bigger headaches, and trust me ! nothing kills happiness faster than worrying about bills.
The Real Math of Happiness
So, is happiness directly proportional to expense? Not exactly.
Sure, money can buy comfort, but comfort isnât the same as happiness.
The key is finding balanceâenjoying life without sending your wallet into a panic mode.
At the end of the day, true happiness comes from appreciating what you have, not by chasing the next shiny thing. So, I donât think it would be absolutely correct to say money canât buy happiness, but it can definitely buy pizza, which is pretty close!
This post is based on my own perspective.
However, this topic can be analysed from many other perspectives. I have just mentioned a few points.
Let me know in the comments section, what do you think about the given topic?!
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