The link between Poverty & Happiness [Chuan Yi]

Wealth equals to happiness? I do not think so. Being wealthy does not necessary mean you will be happy. As people say, money do not buy you happiness.As seen on tables comparing Singapore's happiness level and wealth with other countries, it can be clearly seen that although Singapore is wealthier than most countries, their happiness level is still lower than the countries. Whenever I see the word "poverty" it links me back to thinking that no one is Sinagpore is actually experiencing poverty. On a second thought, some people in Singapore are actually facing money issues like bankruptcy ,unemployment but these are not shown in public thus it is not obvious to the citizens. However, although people might be facing these kind of money issues ,having difficulties in coping in life, they might not necessary be unhappy. Happiness to them can mean just a simple visit from their family, a sincere smile from the people around them. Happiness determines on one self.