And, in fact, you can find that the lack of basic resources, material resources, contributes to unhappiness, but the increase in material resources do not increase happiness.
Meaning of the quote
Not having enough basic things like food, water, and shelter can make people feel unhappy. But getting more stuff like money or things doesn't necessarily make people happier. The amount of material things you have doesn't affect how happy you feel inside.
About Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi
Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi was a renowned Hungarian-American psychologist who pioneered the concept of “flow” – a highly focused mental state that enhances productivity. He held prestigious academic positions and made significant contributions to the understanding of human psychology and behavior.
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