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This is sadly not dissimilar to people who struggle with drug addictions. The concepts run parallel; it's about always seeking an emotional response from an external factor. Sadly, seeking temporary happiness in things you can buy has become an accepted norm. I personally think this is wrong. "I personally think happiness is tied closely to how we view ourselves, what we think we contribute to this world, who we are as people." Retail therapy is not a lie, but sadly it is not a lasting means of happiness. You have to dig past that desire for substandard fulfilment in exterior things, and look deeper into yourself. Sometimes it’s hard, in a world that seems so structured and full, to really dedicate time to yourself, to manifesting happiness from within. My personal opinion is that each individual is responsible for their own happiness. We have to create the right conditions on a spiritual level. In an everexpanding world, this is no small feat. As technology advances, so does our access to the obvious divide in wealth. All you have to do is go onto Instagram, and given the right search criteria, you’ll be looking at a whole load of money. This is enough to make anyone feel sad or dissatisfied with what they’ve got (in a materialistic sense) if it isn’t “as much”. This is where our dependence on 'bought happiness' comes from. The aftermath of a few Instagram searches can leave you feeling deflated, inferior and poor, so what do you do? You think (likely on a subconscious level) “Well, what do they do?" And the answer is… they buy stuff. Granted, they may have a bigger budget, but rest assured, they are still trapped in the ‘buying for happiness’ mindset. This links back to the beginning of the article the ageold question of just how much money impacts our genuine happiness levels. I think excessive wealth leads to inauthentic happiness, ultimately creating the vicious delusion of dependence on materialistic items to make us happy. But now for the good news! C’mon, you were waiting for some good news, weren’t you? You are completely in control of how you are personally affected by this system. You do not have to be a part of it if you consciously choose not to be. You can make the decision to disassociate from it, and create your own version of what you think should be the norm for you. Everyone has always done what everyone else does. Only a rare few step out of the metaphorical box and challenge the norms. You can be that gamechanger. Everyone has that power. By not investing your money in small, infrequent bouts of excitement and illegitimate happiness, you can make a statement. Save your money, don’t give in to the temptation of materialism, find your passion, make sure it’s a good cause, and then invest money in that. This will lead you towards a happiness that is not fleeting. Find your purpose within this world, something you can 100% commit to, something you live and breathe for. Something that it feels like you cannot live without doing, a cause, a purpose. Find that fire and passion within yourself, and this alone will lead you to a lifetime of feeling accomplished. I personally think happiness is tied closely to how we view ourselves, what we think we contribute to this world, who we are as people. This is where true happiness lies. Sadly, in a world clouded by aesthetics, image and materialism, more and more people are basing their selfworth on things not truly reflective of their character. What matters most is how kind you are, your ethics, your morals, what you stand up for, what you believe in – these make you who you are. They’re your entire soul. Do not allow people who are burdened by controlling factors to dictate your selfworth. You don’t have to be like the rest of the population; that’s what everyone does. Be the voice of change. People who have challenged the status quo have often been regarded as crazy, ludicrous, sometimes foolish, but my opinion is that only a fool unquestioningly accepts the things they have seen or been told. You must consciously connect to the world. Don't live in a subconscious daydream, accepting seedling magazine | 48
t "That is the route to happiness; finding yourself." he daytoday. If you are unhappy, change it. Change your circumstances, change your mind, change. That is the route to happiness; finding yourself. Start listening in to those daydreams you have when your mind wanders. Question why you’re thinking the thoughts you are, even question whether you sincerely agree with your subconscious. We are so heavily influenced in this social media era that sometimes we don't even consciously agree with our subconscious thoughts. Start taking the time to watch yourself with a bird’s eye view, and to live presently in your mind, body and soul. Relearn who you are, and establish new thoughts if necessary. Finding who you truly are and your unique brilliance and ideas, the quirks that are truly you and not a product of your environment, will bring you joy. People who are enjoying that very same journey will understand you too. Being misunderstood by the masses is a GOOD thing it means you’re truly living for you, and what more could you really want? About the writer Elize says, "I’ve written this article to address one of the biggest debates of modernday life – does money equal happiness? This article is my thoughts on the subject, my explanation of the “bought happiness” theory, and a snippet of inspiration for everyone wanting to escape this system (which is SO very possible). I hope this article inspires selfreflection and gives its readers the knowledge, belief and confidence needed to begin manifesting their own longlasting happiness." seedling magazine | 49
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