"人々は自分の欲しいものを手に入れられないか手に入れても満足しない"
— Erich Fromm
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Often, people spend a lot of time wanting things, like a new job, a car, or a relationship. They think these things will make them happy. But when they finally get them, they still don't feel satisfied. Imagine you save up for a fancy phone, thinking it will make you feel cool and happy. When you finally get it, you use it for a while but soon start dreaming about the next new gadget. The phone didn't bring lasting happiness. This happens because happiness doesn't always come from getting what we want. Instead, it often comes from appreciating what we already have and finding joy in small, everyday moments. Instead of always looking for the next best thing, focus on the positives in your life right now.
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Contentment Desire Discontent Dissatisfaction Emotional well-being Expectations Fulfillment Happiness Human behavior Human nature Life truths Psychology Satisfaction Self-fulfillment
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