Some people say the main way to be happy in life is to have a lot of money. How might having a lot of money make people happy?

What other things in life can make people happy?           

Band 7 Sample Answer

People believe that the more money they have, the happier they are. Nowadays, many people try their best to accumulate wealth and they believe this is the way to make them happy. In my opinion, there are also some other factors which make people happy.

Money is very powerful and it can help you to solve a lot of problems and bring you a lot of fun. For example, you can choose your job according to your interest and you do not have to worry about income. We will all admit that it is very hard to work on a job that you do not like. If we can choose a job simply based on our own preference, it will definitely make us relaxed and grateful. Moreover, if you are rich enough, you can choose your living environment and spend money on things we enjoy. All of these freedoms make you feel great.

On the other hand, money is not the only way to feel joyful / to enjoy happiness. You still can feel a lot of fun even without money. One of the examples is a good relationship with your family and friends. A simple dinner with someone you love or an interesting chit chat with a friend can make you feel joyous/wonderful although these are low-cost gatherings. In addition, knowledge is another factor that delights people. You will always feel happy when you learn or do something new.

Everyone has their own way of finding their happiness and there is no standard answer to how one can be happy. However, it is certain that money is not the only way to be joyful.

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