Rich=Happy?

Even though Singapore is  one of the more prosperous countries in the world, I do not think Singapore is a happy country. Based on a survey conducted last year, there was proof that despite being one of the richer countries,Singapore is one of the unhappiest countries in the world. A possible  reason is because Singaporeans do not appreciate what they have and instead complain about the problems we are facing.Comparing China or Indonesia and Singapore, Singapore is surely a safer and better developed country. However, Singaporeans complain a lot, especially  about MRT breakdowns, hot weather and congested roads during peak hours, etc.Complaining has become one of the icons that represent us Singaporeans .How about the others who are struggling with poverty? Chances are they are actually happier than us, since most of them choose to be positive instead of being negative.    

Apart from that, to live in a first world country, we have to make sure we are able to catch up with the fast paced society. We have to put much more effort into what we are doing and face huge amount of stress daily. I went to Indonesia before and saw that majority of the shops close at 5-6pm, despite being in a poorer country. On the other hand in Singapore, I can see office workers still sitting at the bus stop, impatiently waiting for their bus to arrive at times like 8-9 pm.I don't understand why Singaporeans act as if they would  be happier if they work more and earn more, sacrifice the time they spend with their family?

As we've always quoted, "Money can't buy happiness." It is not about how much we have, but how much we enjoy. I feel that as long as we live life with a positive mindset, nothing can  cause us to be unhappy.