R Kapil wrote

We have been taught to ape others, follow the crowd and not think for ourselves. The moment we realise this, we will begin to do what is right, and therefore break the habit of compulsive behaviour.

Joanne Bartella wrote

Our society has become so materialistic I think people believe they have to have more than the next person or they can't be happy. But I find the most unhappy people are those who are like that, and the happiest are those who aren't.

Carmelo wrote

One must be thankful for what you have as opposed to what you don't have. I feel blessed that I have family have health , food and a roof.. While these are the basic essentials of life, I sometimes need to remind myself all else is a bonus

Jane Martins wrote

We need to cast that jealousy aside, be happy for others because there is so much abundance in this world - enough for all of us! Being grateful is something we must work at daily - and once we learn to be grateful, we will have more.

Nick Tuono wrote

The good old Ego does not want us to be happy for others. If you can step back from it and truly appreciate what you have it will go a long way towards achieving personal happiness and peace.

Brad Davidson wrote

Awesome and relevant question. For many life is a hedonic treadmill...always chasing another material gain. Happy for a short time and then it starts again. By all means strive for what you want but be thankful always for what you have.