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What does it mean?
True satisfaction comes from within, not from external possessions like money or tech.
In plain terms
Happiness comes from inside, not from money or computers.
What can you take from it?
Seek inner peace instead of material things.

Where it applies

  • consumerism
  • personal crisis
  • career goals

Putting it to work

  • meditate
  • limit consumption
  • reflect inward

Questions to consider

  • What truly satisfies me?
  • Where do I seek happiness?

Another view

Basic material needs must be met before inner peace is possible.

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