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It is common for almost everyone to strive to get as much money as possible, so this would imply that money is the principal factor in bringing about a happy life.

After all, money and possessions provide us with comfort and give us a higher standard of living. With money, we can afford modern appliances such as the washing machine, television and computer. These things help make our housework easier, entertain us and let us manage our school or office work more efficiently and conveniently.

Thus, despite a fast-paced world, these possessions allow us to have more free time to spend with our loved ones and be more rested and relaxed. This surely leads to happiness because closer relations within the family are forged and enhanced.

Furthermore, with enough money, we need not worry about the basic necessities of life such as food and shelter. We know where our next meal is coming from and we know that there is a nice warm place we can go home to, so we can lead comfortable lives. Without money, we would be starving and homeless which would definitely be considered an unhappy state of affairs.

Another reason I think money is important in bringing happiness is from the viewpoint of parents. Money enables parents to provide their children with better educational materials. For instance, books, tuition and IT equipment. This means that their children are more advantaged than their less affluent classmates and are more likely to do well.

Affluence also means these parents can afford better food for their children so that they grow strong and healthy. They do not have to worry unnecessarily about their children succumbing to fatal diseases or losing their eyesight or hearing because of malnutrition.

In addition, they can afford to send their children for tertiary education, usually overseas. This in turn leads to better job prospects when they start working, so their parents feel secure and happy about their future.

Nevertheless, though money does bring...