My 4 Money Lessons on HAPPINESS 😁
Issue #59 — Money and Happiness. A Browser Extension to Save Money. Power of Thoughts and Words.
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🎓 Learn
Here are my 4 favorite money lessons on Happiness:
#1: More Money ≠ More Happiness
Money can bring happiness, but once you have enough money, acquiring more won't make you any happier!
As someone who was born poor, building financial wealth has always been one of my life goals.
At age 20, my net worth was <$100, and at 30, I became a millionaire. Did it make me happy?
Absolutely! However, I soon realized that after reaching a certain level of financial stability, more money didn't equate to more happiness for me.
Defining what "enough" means to you is crucial.
It could be a specific amount of money, a set number of working hours, or a specific impact you aim to make.
Having a clear understanding of what "enough" represents allows you to know when to stop pushing for growth and start enjoying the fruits of your hard work.
Key Takeaway: Never let the quest for MORE distract you from the beauty of ENOUGH.
#2: Money Buys Convenience, but “Happiness” Requires Effort
From a spiritual perspective, "happiness" is an inherent state of being.
Yet, many of us need to exert some effort to truly feel "happy."
I would spend money and time going to new cafes, experiences, and places. Then instead of enjoying and embracing these new experiences, I would distract myself with work, talking on the phone, or listening to podcasts and audiobooks.
Now, I try to immerse myself in new experiences and feel the joy of being in that place for the first few minutes.
Key Takeaway: While money can afford new experiences, it's up to us to fully immerse ourselves and derive joy from these experiences.
#3: If your EXPECTATIONS Grow Faster than Your Money, You will NEVER be Happy with the Money
In our fast-paced world, it's easy for expectations to outpace financial growth, leading to perpetual dissatisfaction with money.
To break free from this cycle, we must:
Set realistic financial goals.
Practice gratitude for what we have.
Live within our means.
Prioritize our values.
Find joy in simplicity.
Key Takeaway: True happiness comes from aligning expectations with financial reality and finding fulfillment in various aspects of life, not just material wealth.
#4: Money can Buy Double Happiness
Though this lesson sounds contradictory to previous lessons, there is a profound and distinct message here. Stay with me!
Buying things for myself brings temporary joy that quickly fades.
But when I buy gifts for others, especially those who desire but can't afford them, the joy experienced is two-fold: theirs and mine.
It's like I'm buying double happiness that lasts for a long time with the same amount of money. Doesn't that sound like a great deal?
Remember, when you give, you're not just creating happiness for others but also for yourself.
Key Takeaway: The joy of giving is 2x.
🚀 Growth Tip
Capital One Shopping (formerly known as WikiBuy) Chrome extension has helped me save more than $600 on online shopping since I have been using it.
Once you install and activate this browser extension, it will automatically suggest and copy coupon codes and deals in your online shopping cart to help you get the best discount available.
I love this extension because:
It saves me money.
It saves me time.
It’s convenient.
(Note: As of today, this extension only works for the United States, Canada, and Australia.)
🤩 Inspire
Japanese scientist Dr. Masaru Emoto scientifically proved through decades of research that the molecular structure of water can be altered with Human Intentions and emotions.
Our thoughts and words have immense invisible power to heal or hurt someone. For Example:
Eating with attention and with the right emotion may improve your health.
Paying attention to the words you use every day may improve your relationships.
Paying attention to your thoughts about yourself and someone else may enhance your mood.
May the Peaceful Growth be with you! 🪴
