Why aren't we happy now that living conditions have improved and we can eat and wear warm clothes?

Good question!

This is a very good question, and one that confuses many people. Some people vaguely sense it, but don't think about it.

Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory identifies five levels of human needs, from low to high: physiological needs (food and clothing), safety needs (job security), social needs (friendship), respect and self-fulfillment. Needs are formed and satisfied in a specific order.

Modern material life is well developed, but it only helps people to satisfy their physiological needs and some of their security needs. These things cannot help people to satisfy their social needs, their needs for respect and self-realization. In some ways, it can even be said that the fast-paced industrial and information-based life of modern times has stripped people of their social, respect and self-realization needs. Unhappiness is the inevitable result.

In modern urban life, people live in high-rises, work endless overtime, and often don't even know what their neighbors look like. Socializing is a challenge in this environment.

On the contrary, although the original life was not rich, everyone in the neighborhood was someone you knew well, and you could often visit each other's homes for social activities. In socializing, you would also gain the respect of others and achieve self-realization.

In this environment, where physiological needs are just minimally satisfied and other needs are better satisfied, it is a simple fact that happiness is more easily achieved.

People are social creatures. Since the dawn of humanity, people have always lived in groups and in harmony with nature. Modern society has severed the link between people and society, which goes against human nature and is the source of unhappiness.

At the same time, modern people have also lost their faith and their awe of many things and affairs, such as nature. There is no doubt that over time, people will also lose their awe of themselves and gradually lose their sense of self. This will undoubtedly result in the loss of my happiness.

I am confident that the above will be helpful to you. The world and I love you!

Dear host, Hello! I'm so happy to be able to share and exchange ideas with you.

I really love the topic you've brought up!

It's so easy to get this wrong, isn't it? We often misunderstand and equate material conditions with inner happiness.

It's so important to remember that material things aren't a guarantee of happiness.

A person's true sense of well-being comes from a sense of security (a sense of belonging), love, and competence.

So, what role does material abundance play in happiness, and what power does it have?

Or we can get some inspiration from Maslow's five-level needs pyramid, which I think you'll find really interesting!

And finally, at the very bottom, we have our physiological needs. These are the things we need to survive, like eating and sleeping.

And then, up one level, we have safety needs. This includes having a stable home, a stable atmosphere in the environment, a stable work and financial situation, and so on.

The third level is all about emotional and belonging needs. We all want to be cared for and to care for others. This level is more detailed than physiological needs and is related to a person's physical characteristics, experiences, education, and religious beliefs.

The fourth level is all about the need for respect. We all want a stable social status and we all want our abilities and achievements to be recognized by society.

The fifth level is all about self-realization. This is the highest level of need and it's for people who have achieved their personal ideals and ambitions, given their abilities a good workout, and reached the pinnacle of self-realization.

Once we've taken care of the basics (and there are always more needs to be met!), we can see that when our material needs are met, we naturally move on to higher levels, like respect and self-realization.

As you move up, you'll find you need to look inward and seek within.

This is something that can't be satisfied on a material level, my friend.

For example, how many modern people would be willing to give up their free time and time spent watching short videos to read some of the great classics like Zhuangzi and the Diamond Sutra? After all, everyone, under the influence of the general environment, will follow the mainstream culture of "fame, fortune, power and face" as the focus of their pursuits.

So, when people's hearts are busy for too long, it's easy for them to feel a bit lost.

This "confusion" can mean feeling lost or missing out on something.

It's so easy to get lost along the way, isn't it? We can lose sight of what's truly important in life and forget about the meaning of it all.

We all know that sometimes, after eating, drinking, and having fun, we might miss out on some deeper pursuits.

So, as the lovely host said at the start, the real reason why people are unhappy also comes out.

I really hope you enjoyed hearing about my experience. Thank you so much for listening!

Hello!

I'm lucky to be able to give you some advice.

From what you said, it seems like modern people are living better and better, but they're not as happy as they used to be. That's a great question. You could look at it like this:

In today's world, where electronic products are everywhere, you can start to see yourself and understand your true self. This helps you to not be guided by external things and to get back on the right track in life and find the best state of life.

You're spot on. People today have it pretty good in terms of material comforts, and they can eat and wear warm clothes. If we compare the past with the present, we see that in the past, we had to hunt for food, then grow it, and then restrict its distribution. Nowadays, though, we can stockpile it in large quantities.

As a matter of fact, you can see these changes in economic and technological development, and you can even feel them.

As it becomes easier and easier to get things, we lose the ability to appreciate them.

Since we don't have to go through the process of obtaining things, we don't get the same joy from success. Hard-won gains are more satisfying, while easy gains can lead us into chaos.

Because in the process of obtaining, we'll try every means to think and use our brains to figure out how to achieve our desired goals. Thinking is really too important for us. If we humans stop thinking, we'll live every day in a daze, so it's important for us to continue thinking.

From the past, when there were few materials, to the present, when there are some materials in reserve. Then there is the rise of electronic products. We can take physical objects as an example. In the past, we needed to go to the market to buy food, and after buying it, we cooked it to make delicious food.

We enjoy eating and feel a sense of accomplishment and satisfaction when we do. However, nowadays, we don't have to go to the market to buy food; we can just order takeaway with a few clicks of the mouse.

When we simplify these complex steps to a one-step operation, our thinking frequency gradually decreases, and so does our ability to make choices.

It's like when we go to the market and see all the different kinds of food, we think, "What should I cook for dinner? Which one is cheaper?"

Which is fresher? With the rise of electronic products today, we don't have to choose any of these things. We just have to wait for them to be delivered to us.

We don't get to choose, and we don't have much experience in life. If we don't know much about cooking processes, planting principles, or other aspects, then the thinking frequency of our brain will gradually decrease.

It seems like we'll end up with nothing to do every day if we don't think more. Once you had to go to the market to buy food, but now you stay in one place, which also saves a lot of time.

It seems that saving a lot of time actually deprives us of physical exercise and brain exercise.

This exercise is essential for our survival as human beings.

We've removed all the thinking that used to be involved in physical activity. These days, it seems like we don't know what to think about every day, and we're unsure of how to fill our free time. As we gradually gain more time thanks to technology, we'll become increasingly reliant on electronic products and spend more time sitting around, waiting for things to arrive.

When our lives become like this, it's no surprise that mental health problems are one of the biggest issues we face today. Exercise is a natural way to boost our hormones, which help our brains function normally.

If we lose the sun and exercise, we're likely to develop a range of mental health issues. At that point, we'll probably turn to entertainment or other forms of behavior to cope.

Let's take it slow and steady. Otherwise, we'll end up in a vicious cycle that'll make us unhappy.

So, when it comes to today's tech and electronic entertainment, we need to be open to new things but also know what kind of life we want to lead.

We can't just discard the way of life of previous generations. We need to constantly optimize it. That's the only way we'll be able to live well in this era.

I wish you all the best in your future endeavors.

Hello, landlord! I really hope my answer can be of some help to you.

I was once asked an intriguing question: why do more and more children start to suffer from depression when they are well fed and warmly clothed?

The 2020 Mental Health Blue Book, China National Mental Health Development Report (2019-2020), reveals some fascinating insights into the mental health of Chinese adolescents. While the detection rate of depression has remained stable, we're seeing a significant rise in the number of adolescents experiencing insufficient sleep. This presents us with an exciting opportunity to explore new ways to support our young people's mental health. The detection rate of depression among adolescents is 24.6%, with 7.4% of those cases classified as severe depression.

The good news is that the detection rate of depression increases with each grade level. This means that more and more students are getting the help they need! In fact, more than 10% of high school students are suffering from severe depression.

Many parents have this doubt, thinking that children nowadays are too fragile, lacking nothing, yet getting sick so easily.

This issue is a reflection of the times, and it's an exciting time! Depression has many causes, including genetic factors, psychological factors, and social factors. As parents, we have the opportunity to see the changes in the times. Material needs are no longer something we need to strive for, and our children will find the meaning of their existence in the future.

Psychologist Maslow arranged human needs in a hierarchy from low to high, dividing them into five levels of human needs in a pyramid model from low to high. These levels represent the incredible journey of human development, from the basic physiological and safety needs to the social, respect, and self-fulfillment needs.

Maslow's pyramid of needs model shows us that once we've taken care of the basics, we can start thinking about more exciting things! Once we have enough to eat and wear, we'll start thinking about safety and security, and then we'll want to connect with others. And of course, to be happy and successful, we'll want to feel respected. Ultimately, we'll want to feel like we're doing great things and achieving our full potential!

In today's society, we are lucky to have our external needs, such as physiological, safety, and social needs, basically met. And the needs for respect and self-realization are endless—how exciting is that?

When a person is surrounded by a sense of emptiness, they want to do something that will make them feel like they lived a truly meaningful life. We see some people who are fully devoted to their work, like Yuan Longping and Chu Shijian, and it's inspiring to see how they've made a real impact on the world!

Our generation of parents grew up with great social changes. Both national development and our personal development require a strong material and economic foundation. The reality of survival presents us with an opportunity to focus on what really matters in life. Nature is the direction of our life's efforts, and it's a wonderful thing!

Our children have also grown up with huge changes in society. We have created abundant material conditions for our children, and now it's time for parents of our generation to help our children find the meaning, value, and purpose of their existence!

Mr. Li Songwei said something really interesting the other day. He said that in the past, we didn't lack a sense of meaning. In the past, if you didn't have any money, earning money was meaningful. But now, he said, you don't have to earn the most money. You don't have to live a certain way, being excellent or hardworking.

Absolutely! You can live that way, but you can also live differently. You can focus on your family, your personal interests, or even things that traditionally seem very meaningless.

Some children grow up and spend most of their time playing games, and they're absolutely thriving! They earn money and are able to maintain a basic living. They just enjoy playing games, and I think that's fantastic. So, I think this is a wonderful progress of the times, giving people the right to choose. I think it is this era, as it becomes more and more diverse and progressive, that there must be more and more people who, in their hearts, are discovering the value of their own existence, and they're embracing it wholeheartedly!

So, you'll see that survival is our greatest motivation, while for our children, it's all about intrinsic goals, interest in learning, the meaning of survival, and the value of life. These are the things that keep them going and encourage them to work hard!

The needs of children have skyrocketed, while the function of education assigned by society and parents has remained the same. There is a huge demand for change, and parents are ready to embrace it!

Fortunately, change is already happening! The country has implemented a dual reduction policy and is paying more and more attention to children's mental health and spiritual needs. As parents, we also need to understand the true meaning of reducing pressure and understand the development trend of society, while also letting go of excessive anxiety.

This is an amazing time! It's a time of rebuilding order and reshaping concepts and mentality. And it's not just for this generation of children—it's for us, too, their parents! It's an incredible opportunity for self-healing.

For adults who can now eat well and wear warm clothes, it is the same. If, after satisfying our basic needs for survival, belonging, and love, we cannot find the meaning and value of our existence, we may become lost and lack inner strength. But there is hope! We can find meaning and value in our existence.

I absolutely believe that happiness is possible at every stage of life! All we need to do is identify the reasons for our unhappiness and our unmet needs so we can find the answer to what will truly make us happy.

I'm so excited to share this with you! I really hope it helps. Wishing you all the best!

People understand happiness differently. Happiness is important to us. We want to work, live, and be happy.

Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory explains this from a professional perspective.

1. Physiological needs: basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and transportation.

Safety needs: safety at work, stability, hope for a secure future.

3. Social needs: the need to belong and be loved.

4. The need for respect: self-esteem, respect for others, and power.

5. The need to understand oneself and the world around them.

6. Appreciation of beauty.

7. Self-realization: becoming perfect, achieving goals, and gaining a sense of accomplishment.

You can only move on to the next level once you've satisfied the current one. Each level takes time to achieve.

A material foundation is only one aspect of happiness. Spiritual happiness is the real thing.

There are not many things that can satisfy both material and spiritual needs. We need to improve our happiness and joy.

It's better to be happy with others than alone. We enjoy luxury brands, blockbusters, and concerts, but we also help others in need. Helping others is the real happiness!

Hello, dear host!

When I was in high school, I would sit on the roadside and stare at the people walking by, each with a worried expression on their face. I was curious and asked my father why.

My dad said, "There's a cancer hospital nearby." It's so sad, but the people who come and go are either sick or caring for the sick.

Maybe it's something that's already been decided. A while back, I went to a psychology lecture where the lecturer happened to be the psychologist at the oncology hospital. She told me that she'd been preparing for five years to provide group psychological therapy for patients facing death.

It's so tough right now, isn't it? The pandemic is really taking a toll on us all, but we're all still trying our best to persevere.

After facing some tough challenges, those who stick with it and make it through are the ones who can really be proud of themselves. And when you're going through a rough time, it can be hard to find the happy in it all.

I'm happy to say that the answer is yes! Often, suffering is a scar that allows light from the outside to find its way in. If something is accomplished easily, it is not cherished.

If you put your heart and soul into something, you'll probably fail a few times along the way. But that's okay! It's all part of the journey. Even if life is full of ups and downs, that's what makes it meaningful.

The meaning of life is like a guiding light in the darkness, showing us the way.

If you're looking to be happy, it might help to think about what your life is all about and what you're willing to give up and hold on to for dear life.

I love you, world! ?

Dear question asker,

I appreciate your question. I believe you are experiencing a sense of confusion. I recall feeling similarly when I first noticed that, despite improvements in material conditions, happiness and a sense of satisfaction seemed to be gradually diminishing. When I was a child, I often had to wait long periods before I could drink a bottle of Wahaha or another milk product. Similarly, I could only eat canned food when I was sick, when I had guests, or when I was a guest. Now, I can eat canned food every day, but I feel that the sense of satisfaction and happiness I once experienced has disappeared.

I'm grateful for the opportunity to discuss this with you.

The social environment and atmosphere have changed quite a bit. In the era when people did not have enough to eat or wear, there were not as many tall buildings or recreational facilities. There were not even hospitals with different departments; there were just two or three doctors responsible for the whole town. Not to mention the popularity of electronic products.

In those days, telephones were not as widely accessible as they are today. Many people wrote letters, and there were still a significant number of individuals who were not literate.

In terms of transportation, cars were only available to the government. For ordinary people, a bicycle was still one of the three major items purchased when getting married, and only people from well-off families could afford it. A watch would cost the monthly salary of an office worker in those days.

Do you think that people nowadays would still consider it a significant issue to be illiterate, or that getting married and buying a bicycle would be considered a great achievement and a source of happiness? Times are changing, and each of us who grew up in those times has made corresponding changes. In the past, we didn't have enough to eat, and we felt happy when we could eat our fill and buy new clothes.

In the modern era, it is likely that happiness is associated with financial stability and leisure time. Despite the changes that occur over time, our fundamental needs and desires for happiness remain constant.

It's not that we are no longer happy and difficult to satisfy, but rather that the material needs of the past cannot fully satisfy us anymore.

I believe that the social and cultural atmosphere, overtime work, the pressure to get a good education, the race to get children started early, the pressure to buy a house in a good school district, the various shopping festivals promoted by e-commerce, the magic products they sell, and the various scams that are hard to guard against in recent years have all contributed to the current situation. It seems that the standard that society has accepted for successful people and successful lives is a car, a house, and a happy family.

The social atmosphere that has been created may not be conducive to feelings of happiness and wellbeing. It is understandable that you have expressed difficulty in achieving happiness in the current circumstances.

Many of us would like to stop working, but the reality is that without work, we still have to pay rent, water and electricity bills, and figure out where to get the next meal and where it comes from. Many young people feel forced into marriage and feel overwhelmed by the pressure to conform to certain standards of consumerism and sophistication. It's worth asking ourselves whether having enough food to eat, new clothes to wear, a mobile phone and all kinds of electronic products can still bring us happiness and joy.

I'm afraid that even those who are in a position to beg have these things. But all these things and events have ignored one very important thing – who I am, what I want, whether buying things brings me happiness or satisfaction, or whether I create kpl for others.

All of this leads me to wonder: Why am I not happy? What can I do to be happy?

It might be helpful to remember that a happy life is one in which material and spiritual aspects are in balance. This can help us avoid being influenced by consumerism, materialism, and successism, which are prevalent in our society.

All of this serves as a gentle reminder to take a moment for self-reflection and growth.

If someone desires recognition, they do not necessarily need the praise and recognition of the entire world to feel valuable. Instead, they can recognize themselves for living a fulfilling and easeful life, and the recognition and praise of others can be a natural byproduct of self-recognition.

I hope my answer is helpful and contributes to your understanding. Here is Yixinli, and I send my love to the world and to you.

Hello, question asker!

This is a very deep topic, when you think about it!

I'll just throw out a few ideas to get the wheels turning.

Modern people have a good material life. They can eat and wear warm clothes, and they have all kinds of electronic products for entertainment. Compared with the hungry times of the past, they are much better off.

But why aren't we happy?

In general, people who grew up during the hunger years and our generation have very different experiences when it comes to survival. This makes it difficult to measure happiness using the same criteria.

Since environments and needs vary, the standard of happiness will differ from one situation to the next.

In the era of hunger, not being able to eat enough was a huge problem for everyone. It could even be said that not having enough to eat and being dissatisfied was the norm. In such an environment, being able to eat and eat enough was not only a material pleasure, but also a spiritual one.

According to psychologist Maslow's hierarchy of needs theory:

The theory suggests there are five levels of human needs, from the perspective of human motivation. Basically, it says that human motivation is determined by human needs. Also, at any given time, one need will be the main focus, while the others will be less important.

There are five levels to human needs: physiological, safety, belonging and love, respect, and self-realization. Needs are formed and satisfied in a hierarchy, from lowest to highest.

So, in the era of hunger mentioned by the questioner, the most urgent and basic thing for people to do to survive is, according to their definition:

Eating well and being able to survive = contentment and happiness.

From a needs perspective, in those days, famines would kill millions of people, and this demand was really tough to meet.

However, as technology has advanced, these basic needs have become easier to satisfy in modern times. So, once our basic needs are met, our needs will also escalate to a higher level.

So, we can't use the happiness standards of the famine era to measure the happiness standards of the present era. Once everyone's basic needs are met, a new standard of happiness will emerge.

There are many reasons why people are unhappy, but the most important thing is that everyone has a different idea of what happiness is.

Someone who loves learning will find reading the most enjoyable thing in the world. But if you try to make someone who hates learning read, it'll be torture for them.

For someone who's after wealth, making money is the happiest thing in their life. For someone who's not bothered about fame and fortune, doing charity is the only way to make them happy.

How we define happiness affects what we need. But not everyone can meet their own or their environment's needs.

Your needs come from desires, but satisfying those desires often requires hard work and effort, and it may not be achievable.

For instance, a lot of young people these days want to be "handsome, rich, and handsome" or "beautiful and rich."

The reality is that height and complexion are mostly determined by genetics and are very difficult to change. Wealth has always been concentrated in the hands of a few, and most people simply don't worry about food and clothing.

On top of that, there's no limit to how much money you can make. What's "rich"? Everyone has a different idea. A millionaire thinks a multimillionaire is rich, while a small farmer in the countryside thinks the next-door neighbor, Li, who has a three-story villa with a large balcony, is rich.

If our desires can't be easily satisfied by human effort alone, it's hard to feel happy.

Many people these days want to become rich, famous, and "the best of the best."

The question of whether these desires are reasonable is another matter entirely. What we do know is that only a minority of people can become the top echelon.

This is just a simple example, of course. What makes someone happy depends on their specific needs.

So, when we're not happy, what can we do to feel a little better?

Physical comfort is another important factor.

As Maslow said, having enough to eat, a decent wardrobe, and good health are the building blocks of happiness.

With a safe home and a well-ordered society, you can try out lots of different things and create more experiences in your life, which will make you more likely to encounter happiness!

Spiritual fulfillment

This can be broken down into three main areas: the need for social interaction, the need for respect, and the need for self-realization.

Social needs

Do you have a group of close friends with whom you can talk about anything, always have something to say to each other, and stay together without being embarrassed even if everyone is silent?

Or maybe it's not a friend, but a family member, partner, sibling, teacher, or even someone you've met online.

You can get a sense of satisfaction from human interaction, being "seen," supporting each other, and understanding each other. That's enough to feel at ease and happy!

The need for respect

This might seem tricky at first, but to be respected, you need to be recognized by others.

It's not that hard. If you can get your work done, take on new challenges, and face up to the results of your decisions, people will respect you.

The need for self-fulfillment

The need for self-fulfillment is the highest and most essential form of happiness.

Self-realization isn't about achieving success or becoming famous. We all have a self, and the thing that this self points to and that can make us feel happy from the bottom of our hearts is what your heart is drawn to.

For someone who likes money, it's about putting in the work every day and then crunching the numbers at home to see how much you've made this year.

For an artist, playing a piece of music or composing a poem can be a deeply satisfying experience.

So, the most important thing to do when we feel unhappy is to ask ourselves:

What can I do to make myself happy?

Maybe finding it will be the start of your happiness.

I hope this helps!

Best,

Thanks to the Yi Xinli platform, I'm counselor Will, and I'm happy to answer your question.

The question the original poster raised is pretty universal and complex. Everyone has different opinions and views. I'll just give my own take on it. What do you think?

(1) Modern people have it pretty good. They can eat and wear warm clothes, and there are all kinds of electronic products for entertainment. Compared with the hungry times in the past, they are much better off.

I agree with what you said. It's true that in terms of material things and living conditions, modern people have made great improvements. I think this is something most people would agree with.

(2) Why aren't you happy?

This is where things get interesting. The reality is that whether or not someone feels happy is a subjective, spiritual, or psychological matter that differs from person to person. Everyone perceives happiness differently (some people who have just escaped poverty may be happy just to be able to eat enough to stay warm, go to school, and afford clothing).

Of course, if you're too serious, you can't explore the problem. Let's assume for a moment that there's a group of people who are unhappy on a spiritual level despite material improvements.

(3) I think there are a few reasons why this might be happening.

(3.1) Maslow's hierarchy of needs suggests that previous happiness may have been based on meeting "physiological needs" and "safety needs." Now that these are no longer common problems, people are facing unmet higher-level needs like "self-esteem" and "belonging and love." This can make it difficult to feel happiness for a while.

(3.2) Our brains just can't keep up with the pace of change in the world around us.

This is particularly the case in China's mega-cities, such as Beijing, Shanghai, Guangzhou and Shenzhen. In fact, the changes over the past 30 to 40 years have been huge, but people's way of thinking and perspective on issues may still be stuck in the past. This is a bit like the generation gap between each generation. Then relatively young people, who are more open to new ideas, concepts and new things, may have a broader and simpler path to happiness (children or childhood happiness is relatively easy to obtain).

(3.3) Media overload, individualism, and consumerism are social phenomena.

These days, if something happens, especially if it's bad, it can be known instantly by the whole country, and even the whole world.

We're all exposed to a lot of information every day, so it can be tough to find time for inner happiness.

Individualism is on the rise in the West and the East. It has its pros and cons, but it can also lead to a focus on the individual that's a bit too much. Altruism or collectivism can help offset the negative emotions that come with personal gains and losses.

Consumerism is something that's valued in commercial societies, especially by those looking to make a profit or by interest groups. Driven by this profit-oriented approach, businesses' hype and propaganda can cause some people to over-consume, which in turn leads to a lack of spiritual communication and connection between people.

(4) Summary:

Every era has its ups and downs, depending on how we respond to the situation, live in the moment, and take action.

While keeping an eye on the media, entertainment, and consumerism, we should also focus more on improving our spiritual lives after improving our material lives. This could be a daily task for everyone in the modern world.

That's all I have to say on this topic for now. Thanks again to the original poster for giving me this chance to discuss and learn from each other. The world and I love you!

Hello. I appreciate the opportunity to answer your question.

You say that your material conditions are getting better and better, but you don't feel happy. This feeling you describe is actually very common in today's fast-paced society. In a world where living conditions are good and survival problems are solved, attention is focused on the spiritual life. The more thoughts, the more deliberation, the more desires, the more chaotic the mind, and of course it becomes more difficult to feel happy.

First, those who learn to be content are always happy.

All unhappiness stems from our inner discontentment. In the past, when life was difficult, people were content with simple food and drink. Now, even if you are served the finest delicacies and the most sumptuous meats, they may not taste good at all because your desires have escalated and the level of happiness you want to achieve is getting higher and higher.

If you want to be happy, you must learn to let go of your desires. It doesn't matter if you're used to eating delicacies, you can still be happy eating simple food.

In the past, making money was difficult, and you felt pretty good when you earned a dollar. But now, when you earn a dollar, you want to earn 100 dollars; when you earn 100 dollars, you want 1,000 dollars.

And more.

If you never satisfy your desires, you'll never reach happiness. Learn to be content and moderate your desires. This will make you happier.

Second, you must pay more attention to your spiritual life.

Material life can only satisfy our physical desires, but only spiritual life can make us feel happy inside. Cultivate an interest of your own, such as reading, fitness, or travel. Devote yourself wholeheartedly to something you love, and you will feel content and happy inside.

Your spiritual life will clarify your desires.

Forget about material things. Focus on your spiritual life and find your own happiness.