| Does Money Buy Happiness? December 2nd, 2014 by Bill Boyajian |
Many people think so. And they are right, yet only to a point. Each of us needs to have enough money to live on and to take care of our family. But as it turns out, money brings happiness to only a certain level. That level can be debated, but it is usually enough to be able to live a comfortable, middle-class lifestyle. Beyond that, money tends to lead to more satisfaction with how life is going, but it doesn’t necessarily lead to more happiness.
With significantly more income comes significantly more pressure and stress. And that is usually enough to cause people to seek a better life balance. A good question to ask yourself is how much money you really need to live a truly happy life. At certain levels of increased income, people tend to experience a reduced ability to enjoy time with friends and family, and to participate in leisure activities and hobbies that bring them joy. Our happiness depends a lot on the small pleasures in life, often measured by good health, loving relationships, core competence in what we do, and respect and praise from friends and family. The bottom line: money matters, but only to a point. When that point is reached, a desire for life balance kicks in and true happiness usually follows. Tags: Advice, Character, Determination, Developing Leaders, Dreams, Drive, Ethics, Family, Friends, happiness, Integrity, Knowledge, Leadership Excellence, Leadership Skills, Learning, Life Tips, Personal Development, Philosophy, Reality, Relationships, Reputation, Responsibility, Success, The Mind of a Leader, Values, Vision, Wisdom |
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