Hello! This is Mr. Bear. How are you?
I want to know how to spend money that makes me happy!
Today’s article is aimed at those people.
Investing in Happiness – Why Spend Money on Experience?
When do you feel happy?
When you buy new clothes?
When you go to a guesser’s concert and see a guesser dance?
When you have lunch with friends or family?
Imagine for a moment. What do you think?
Could it be a moment you are “experiencing” or having an “experience”?
In fact, many studies have shown that we feel truly happy when we are having pleasant experiences and experiences rather than when we get things.
For example, if you think back to your elementary school days, you may recall playing catch-up with friends at the park or going somewhere with your family.
Also, when you receive a gift from your parents on your birthday, you may remember the smile on your family’s face when you receive it, rather than the gift itself.
Experiences like this will remain warm memories in our hearts forever.
On the other hand, new toys, games, and other things make me very happy at first, but I tend to get bored with them gradually.
The important thing to remember is that spending money on “experiences” rather than “things” will make you feel much happier.
So when you think, “Should I buy something new?” Stop and think, “What kind of fun experience can I have with that money?” with that money.
You may find that the money is much more valuable than buying new things, or spending time with family and friends by traveling, etc. with that money.
Travel for the Soul – Invest in Travel
Do you like to travel?
Travel is also highly recommended as a use for the money.
Travel gives us many things.
Traveling to a new place is more than just enjoying the scenery you have never seen before.
It is an experience that fully utilizes all of our senses by breathing new air, smelling unknown scents, and experiencing different cultures.
For example, when we visit a seaside town, the smell of the tide, the sound of the waves, and the feel of the sandy beach enrich us.
Seafood, such as kaisen-don (seafood bowl), is also superb!
In the small mountain villages, you can also experience the whisper of the trees, the fresh air, and the warmth of the local people.
Trying local cuisine is also fun, not only because it tastes good, but also because it is a new discovery.
Travel gives us new perspectives that we would not normally notice.
Visiting local markets, tasting dishes made with local ingredients, and making new friendships through interactions with locals can also be a great way to learn about the local culture and culture.
These experiences add new colors to our minds and new vitality to our lives.
Travel is also a good opportunity for personal growth.
I can talk to people I don’t know! I can talk normally with people I don’t know!
I’ve been trying to schedule my time to visit different tourist attractions, but I’m such a planner!”
I can go places I wouldn’t normally go, but when I travel, I can go there! You’re a man of action!”
By immersing yourself in an unknown environment, you will discover new aspects of yourself and how well you respond when faced with difficulties.
As you experience the unexperienced in this way, you will gain confidence in yourself.
Next time you plan a trip, try visiting a place you have never been to with a little bit of the unusual in mind.
You can start by visiting the neighboring prefectures.
It might be fun to ride a bicycle to a neighboring town you’ve never been to.
Having a curiosity for new places and actively experiencing them can put a new spin on your life.
You can also refer to this article if you like.
Deepen your learning – Invest in your education
Have you ever felt joy when you learn something new?
For example, there is a sense of excitement when you read a new book and experience an unfamiliar world, or when you try a new hobby.
Learning enriches our minds and makes our days more enjoyable.
Studies have shown that continuing to learn new knowledge and skills enhances our sense of well-being.
Why is that?
First, learning gives us new perspectives.
Learning a new language helps you understand the culture and the way of thinking of the people of the country where the language is spoken.
Students can also experience the joy of creating beautiful works of art by participating in music and painting classes.
These experiences make us feel richer about the various situations we encounter in our daily lives.
Second, of course, learning leads to growth.
By trying new things, we test our own abilities and sometimes learn from our mistakes.
This will give you self-confidence and the courage to challenge even higher goals.
It is a very happy moment when you feel you are growing.
Moreover, learning also leads to deeper connections with others.
By participating in classes and workshops, you will meet people with similar interests, exchange ideas, and even make new friendships as you work together.
Connecting with others is one of the key elements of our well-being.
Would you like to try something new?
Try attending a course offered at a nearby library or search the Internet for online courses that interest you.
That small step could be a big step that enriches your life.
Keep learning and make every day more enjoyable and enriching.
Life-enriching relationships – investing in human connection
Do you sometimes look back at the photos and albums you have taken?
Look at the picture of you and your friend smiling in it.
Do your eyes relax when you remember the time you took the picture?
They are precious memories that remain in your heart.
Laughing, talking, and spending time with someone will bring you a sense of happiness not only in that moment but also in the future as memories.
Enjoying a picnic in the park with friends or watching a movie with the family is a fun memory.
These experiences have a positive impact on our minds and increase our life satisfaction.
So, be proactive and spend your money on experiences with people.
Travel with friends.
They buy sweets that have a reputation for being delicious and share their impressions with their friends as they eat them.
Buy a camera and a projector to enjoy memories with your family.
These are also very effective ways to spend money.
Even if you don’t have money right now and can’t spend money on people, that’s okay.
What can such a person do now?
First, let your loved ones know how much you appreciate them.
Expressing gratitude to loved ones is an investment in people that can be made without spending a lot of money.
Those who are able to appreciate others well will get it back to themselves in a roundabout way.
It also helps you save money.
Once you have saved up the money, spend it actively on others!
By acting in this way, you will find yourself thinking, “This life is not so bad.
summary
Spending money on experiences and experiences, rather than material things, makes us truly happy.
Life is richer and more meaningful when you invest in a variety of experiences, including travel, education, and human connections.
From now on, let’s invest not merely in “things” but in “experiences” that enrich our hearts and minds, and live a happy life!
Keep moving forward with courage! Never look down, but keep moving forward!
