The Search for True Happiness
Vanity and the Fleeting Nature of Possessions Let’s talk about vanity for a second. The word itself kind of gives it away—it’s the idea that all the stuff we own really doesn’t matter in the grand scheme of things. We can pile up wealth, houses, cars, clothes... but none of it comes with us when we go. It makes you stop and think: what are we actually chasing? I once heard a wise guy (not that kind of wise guy) share some deep thoughts after spending years observing life. What he said really stuck with me. Chasing Happiness One big takeaway? People never really stop wanting more—even when they’ve “made it.” And it’s not always about needing money or basic comfort. A lot of times, we’re just looking for happiness. But here’s the kicker: why does happiness seem so hard to hold onto? The answer, in a word: jealousy. Now, we don’t like to admit it. Most of us say, “I’m not jealous!” But when you dig a little deeper, that feeling creeps in more often than we realize. We constantly compare o...