Money or happiness: what truly matters – TS360HW10
About This Course
Course Idea: “Does Money Lead to a Happier Life?”
1. Key Perspectives
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Child / Young Adult – asks basic, curious questions about money and happiness.
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Parent / Family Member – shares personal experiences with finances and well-being.
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Economist / Psychologist / Expert – explains research and theory on money and happiness.
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Elder / Societal Perspective – adds cultural, social, and long-term viewpoint.
2. Sample Debate Script
Child: “Mom, does having more money make people happier?”
Parent: “Money can make life easier by providing food, shelter, education, and health care. But it doesn’t automatically make you happy. Relationships, purpose, and balance matter too.”
Economist / Psychologist: “Research shows that money increases happiness only up to a point — enough to cover basic needs and reduce stress. Beyond that, other factors like meaningful work, social connections, and health become more important.”
Child: “So someone poor can be happy if they have friends and family?”
Parent: “Exactly. People with less money can still find joy through relationships, hobbies, community, and gratitude.”
Elder / Societal Perspective: “Society also matters. Communities with trust, fairness, and support systems tend to be happier overall, regardless of wealth.”
Economist / Psychologist: “Also, how people use money affects happiness. Spending on experiences, helping others, or personal growth often brings more lasting satisfaction than buying things.”
Child: “So happiness comes from a mix of money, relationships, and meaningful activities?”
Parent: “Yes. Money provides security, but happiness comes from balance, purpose, and connections with others.”
3. Call-to-Action (CTA)
After reading or watching this debate, students can answer the following 5 questions and link their answers to relevant TopSkills365 courses:
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How does money influence happiness, and what are its limits?
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What non-financial factors contribute most to happiness?
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How can spending money wisely improve well-being?
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How do relationships and community affect happiness compared to money?
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Can you give an example of how someone can be happy with limited money?
Submit your answers and link them to courses here: TopSkills365.com
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