Money, Ambition, and the Art of Being Content

[Cheema02]

Let money and how successful we are be used to judge our happiness. There is always a room to always think ahead and further on our aspirations but if don’t feel appreciative of the little we’ve come far on with, then we won’t ever be happy with how far we’ve come. Now I now see why the elders always say, we should not always look at the person ahead of us in terms of success, but we should look at the person that is lower than us in terms of comparing our wealth and status. This is the only way I am very certain that we can always feel happy and appreciative of how far we’ve come and every little wins and additions will make us feel happier than ever before. Being contented is what many people take for granted, but if you don’t, you’ll appreciate more every little wins and success in the struggle.

Your point about happiness is very realistic and its true that money can not justify hapiness and satisfaction because a lot of people more richer and successful seen in life so the biggest mistake we done is comparisons to others which cause dissatisfaction. But if remains positive then we keep calm so elders must look on lower individuals because it shows the worth of yourself. Contentment actually gives you real happiness. So if we left  comparison to others and keep focused on humility and appreciation then we feels our success. So when we knows our properties and avoid to comparing it too others then we get inner peace and inforce us to celebrate also our small success to keep updated.

[Yeesha]

Human needs are insatiable, even billionaires are not satisfied with what they have that is why they have to keep on working to get money, the whole reason why we work everyday is because we want to make more than we have acquired. No one can be truly satisfied that is nust my opinion but while we are working to get better opportunities what we can do is to be patient, being content might be impossible for a lot of people.

There is nothing wrong with wanting more, despite being rich. Because no matter how rich you are, if you doesn't find a way for your wealth to continue growing, then you will definitely become poor at some point. It really important to be satisfied and contented with what one has, but that doesn't take away or terminate our rights or chances of working more harder in other to multiply your source of income and maintain your financial stability. Being contented doesn't mean stopping where you are, but it is only against comparison. You must not compare yourself to others, because our fingers are not the same. You can try your possible best to become what you always wish to, or better. Comparison is not capability, what matter most is to believe in your abilities and capabilities, and grow positively in your own way.

[Japinat]

Human needs are insatiable, even billionaires are not satisfied with what they have that is why they have to keep on working to get money, the whole reason why we work everyday is because we want to make more than we have acquired. No one can be truly satisfied that is nust my opinion but while we are working to get better opportunities what we can do is to be patient, being content might be impossible for a lot of people.

I think being content is only left in the book but would be far from possibility in reality. There are no individuals that are real contented with what their current achievements, majority are still wanting to work more and save more, so they can accumulate unlimited amount of wealth.

This is also the reason why people mostly fail in the end, not because they're incapable and not good and skillful enough, but because their goals and ambitions have become more unrealistic for any human being.

[Hypnosis00]

Life is full of something to be grateful of. Despite of small achievements while others  are already hitting the big ones, let us learn to be happy with what we have in life. Because once we are happy, there is higher motivation to keep growing more and keep seizing available opportunities in the present and in the future.

But not being satisfied and contented is also another story. That no matter how hard you do to make things right and achievable for you, its like things are still falling apart. But if you start to appreciate even small things, appreciate them and show contentment and satisfaction, things will be quite easier and lighter, and you won't notice things are already happening align with your goals and dreams.

[terrific]

This is also the reason why people mostly fail in the end, not because they're incapable and not good and skillful enough, but because their goals and ambitions have become more unrealistic for any human being.

I can't blame them for that. Because some people told them to dream high or maybe their parents.
But they should have considered those realistic ones and that can be done in the expected period of time that they're going to work for it.
The ambition can remain as is and we're still alive even if don't pursue and it doesn't happen.
Even trying hard might not be enough for those who have high hopes for themselves.

[skarais]

Sometimes big ambitions and the desire to have everything that we don't have yet cloud the eyes of the heart and mind so that we don't feel grateful for what we already have. We should be able to feel happiness in various ways, it doesn't have to be as perfect as we want, but being grateful for what we already have can certainly give us happiness. They say happiness is simple, but money clearly plays an important role in achieving that happiness.

We are constantly faced with various problems that we must resolve one by one. Financial problems are often the cause of a lack of happiness, but they are essentially just a tool that may or may not contribute to achieving happiness. "Money can't guarantee happiness, but what happiness can't be achieved with money?" That's what I hear so often, it's confusing.

[Rain1620]

Look for the better opportunities, but don't be unhappy. Do you realise or understand this sentence? As humans we often struggle to lead a better life, and of course this is part of our life. But have you ever thought about whether you are happy or unhappy? How much money do you need to become happy? Can you really measure happiness with money? Are you regretting your current situation?

Stop regretting; learn to be happy. I said 'learn to be happy' means you have to be self-satisfied. To fulfil our needs, we have to earn money. But do you have a limit to your needs? Have you controlled your aspiration? Unless you have controlled it, you can't be satisfied. Unless you become satisfied, you can't be happy. Whether you are happy or not fully depends on your aspiration.

If you are a millionaire, but your aspiration is to become a billionaire, then you won't be happy ever. Because you dreamed of being a billionaire and have to struggle for that. As a result, you would feel unhappy since your dream is much bigger than what you have right now. Dreaming big is not wrong; you can look for better opportunities. But you have to learn to be satisfied with what you have and accept reality. It's the only way to become happy.

Good percentage of humans have the ability to quickly adapt to new conditions or circumstances. When we acquire more wealth our needs tend to rise aswell to meet our income so we have to continually learn gratitude because if we don’t we may end up running faster in an unending treadmill.

Actually wealth is not an enemy it’s just the source, if you want soo much (hitting billions) just to prove a point or status then you may probably remain miserable. If one has to get it right the process has to come with happiness and not just the bank balance.
it is necessary to have in mind that while money doesn’t buy happiness, poverty sells out happiness from one’s life. There is a level of financial security that contentment becomes more easier to achieve.
Like you mentioned “a millionaire wanting to be a billionaire is unhappy “ issues like this arise due to social comparison where success is not measured by what we own but what others do. For happiness to be internal it will require you focusing on your path rather than comparing with others.

While one practices the act of contentment don’t be too comfortable but then, stay happy because one can be very happy with what is available today while building for tomorrow here draws a line between one saying I’m happy and another saying I need to be happy.

[abhiseshakana]

Sometimes big ambitions and the desire to have everything that we don't have yet cloud the eyes of the heart and mind so that we don't feel grateful for what we already have. We should be able to feel happiness in various ways, it doesn't have to be as perfect as we want, but being grateful for what we already have can certainly give us happiness. They say happiness is simple, but money clearly plays an important role in achieving that happiness.

We are constantly faced with various problems that we must resolve one by one. Financial problems are often the cause of a lack of happiness, but they are essentially just a tool that may or may not contribute to achieving happiness. "Money can't guarantee happiness, but what happiness can't be achieved with money?" That's what I hear so often, it's confusing.

From below reading sources, I make conclusion that we need money for our basic life needed and also for live comfort. But if our basic life needed already fullfilled, money will bring more complexity in our life or simply said can be toxic, its not about survival anymore but rather about identity, acceptance,  social recognition, status and value. We forces ourselves working extra hard for upgrading our lifestyle which create only temporary satisfaction.

With money i can buy convenience, safety, experience, good healthy facility access and have leisure time but my money can not buy inner peace, genuine friendship/relationship, sufficiency and the meaning of life. Sometime whats make us depressed or live under pressure is our expectation not because lack of money. We often compare our life with other. I like ambition, if it is not over, it makes us want to be better and grow, i also need gratitude to enjoy the process and to avoid me to be easily complained. Based on my experiences complaint and grumbling often bring new trouble and problem.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/johnjennings/2024/02/12/money-buys-happiness-after-all/
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2023/03/230306163006.htm

[Anayochukwu]

You're very correct, totally agree with you and that is what we are meant to know because there's no how you would get everything you want. So we should be okay with the ones that we have without any double thought because it doesn't make any sense when you want to achieve everything at the same time knowing fully well that it can not be possible for you to get what you want in one day. To be honest I don't really know how some people are because I see no reason why someone would keep himself uncomfortable because of not having everything they want, it is not a good decision at all because being contented with what have would even open more doors for you.

[Cryptmuster]

Sometimes big ambitions and the desire to have everything that we don't have yet cloud the eyes of the heart and mind so that we don't feel grateful for what we already have. We should be able to feel happiness in various ways, it doesn't have to be as perfect as we want, but being grateful for what we already have can certainly give us happiness. They say happiness is simple, but money clearly plays an important role in achieving that happiness.

We are constantly faced with various problems that we must resolve one by one. Financial problems are often the cause of a lack of happiness, but they are essentially just a tool that may or may not contribute to achieving happiness. "Money can't guarantee happiness, but what happiness can't be achieved with money?" That's what I hear so often, it's confusing.

When I was very young and just beginning to study finance, a wealthy man told me that people often face two main problems in life: having too little money and constantly wondering where to get it, or having too much and wondering where to invest it. And while I'm young, I have to choose which one I'll deal with in life. Happiness must be sought along the way, as we live our lives and strive for our goals, because it's foolish to expect that you've been unhappy your whole life, and will become happy once you achieve some goal...

[Alpha1999]

When i graduated with my Bachelor’s in civil engineering in 2022 i took a few corporate jobs in Pakistan but something kept nagging at me  my peers those i studied with were in the Middle East , Australia and  in Europe making salaries in a week that I earned in a month i felt lost  questioning my path but slowly i realized something vital  life isn’t a sprint  it’s a marathon. Every person starts at a different point. Some may finish faster some slower but it’s not about comparing yourself to them. What truly matters is self satisfaction. Money, ambition .. yes  they fuel us but happiness is a result of being content with where you are. Today  i am in crypto taking it one step at a time. My returns are steady and more importantly i am happy and  i have stopped measuring myself against others. Now my focus is on progress on staying present and on knowing that each step no matter how small is mine. If you’re in this race remember it’s you versus you and every day is a chance to grow not just chase.