Happiness Cannot Be Bought

 

“Happiness is not something ready-made. It comes from your own actions.”

— Dalai Lama

 

To me, these are great words at any time of year. Their meaning grows at this time of year, however, because money will not deliver happiness. People scurry to buy just the right gift for friends and family. In truth, our presence is often the most valuable present. In loving and kind actions, we find the happiness we both give and get.

(Photo by Stefan Schweihefer)