Why money doesn't bring happiness

Friday, July 14, 2006 6:31 AM

Posted by Jonathan Danylko | Tag: Opinion | Comments: 0 | View blog reactions

Do you honestly think money would make you happier?

In a nationwide survey, the University of Michigan conducted a survey to a number of people, asking if you were rich, would you be happy?

Most of the time, people are content and satisfied. Heck, at this point in my life, I am extremely happy. If I did receive a large sum of money, my passion for computers and helping people with technology issues wouldn't fade at all.

Based on the article, the authors write:

When someone reflects on how more income would change subjective well-being, they are probably tempted to think about spending more time in leisurely pursuits such as watching a large-screen plasma TV or playing golf...But in reality, people should think of spending a lot more time working and commuting and a lot less time engaged in passive leisure and other enjoyable activities.

Ask yourself this question. If you did receive a large sum of money, would you continue to do what you do or follow your leisurely pursuits?

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