Money vs. Happiness

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English 101
Prof. Iraca
4/30/14

According to writer Stephanie Rosenbloom, “New studies of consumption and happiness show that people are happier when they spend money on experiences instead of material objects…[For instance,] spending money on an event, like camping or wine tasting with friends, leaves people less likely to compare their experiences with those of others-and, therefore, happier” (BU-1). This idea that spending money on experiences instead of material objects will make a person’s life happier, is an idea that I agree with completely. Experiencing happy events in life can leave one with a lifetime of happy memories; whereas spending money on material things may only make a person happy for a short period of time. Material objects do not last forever and can be the cause of a great deal of jealousy and envy in a person’s life. Spending money on experiences, such as vacations and fun events can leave a person with a lifetime of happy memories. I believe it is much more important for one to spend their hard-earned money towards the fulfillment of their own dreams and aspirations rather than obtaining material objects. By one fulfilling their dreams and aspirations, a person will be left with memories that are unique to his or hers own experiences in which cannot be compared to others, thus eliminating the feelings of jealousy and envy that may accompany material things. Many people spend large amounts of money on material possessions in hopes of making their lives happier. Material possessions such as jewelry, expensive sports cars, speedboats, and inground swimming pools are just a few examples of the unneeded material objects that a person may obtain in their pursuit for happiness. I do not believe that obtaining expensive material possessions can lead a person to true happiness. Material objects wither with time, and will only provide a

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