To be happy, you need to invest in your long-term contentment instead of chasing material things. The pleasure that comes from money and property is often fleeting — and, by definition, expensive. Happiness derived from simple things can endure longer. Let’s take a closer look at this distinction.
Instant Gratification Isn’t Happiness
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