👧👦 Talk Boosters – Topic 41: 🎙️ Topic: “Can money really buy happiness?"
Here's your edited version for Day 41 of the Talk Booster series with the topic: “Can Money Really Buy Happiness?” — restructured and rewritten just like the forgiveness topic:
🗣️ Talk Boosters – Topic: “Can Money Really Buy Happiness?”
🧑🏫 Instructions for Students:
Speak for 3–5 minutes sharing your thoughts and real-life experiences. Be honest and confident. Try to give examples from your life, family, or what you’ve observed around you.
💬 Try using phrases like:
👉 I think..., In my opinion..., From my experience..., I believe..., What I’ve seen is..., That’s why I feel..., It matters because...
🎯 Focus on using:
✅ Simple present and past tense
✅ Cause-effect connectors (because, so, that’s why, even though)
✅ Emotional and reflective language (feel satisfied, enjoy life, stressed, peaceful, proud, lonely)
🗣️ Sample Speech Starter:
Hello everyone,
Today, I’d like to talk about a question many people ask — Can money really buy happiness?
In my opinion, money can make life more comfortable, but it doesn’t always bring real happiness. For example, with money, we can buy good food, clothes, travel, and even help others. These things can surely make us smile and feel proud.
But from my experience, some of the happiest moments in life come from simple things — spending time with family, laughing with friends, or doing something we love. These don’t always need money.
I’ve also seen that people who have a lot of money are not always happy. They may feel lonely, stressed, or always worried about keeping their money safe. That’s why I feel happiness comes more from peace of mind and good relationships than from wealth.
Money is important — we all need it to live — but it’s not the only thing that gives us a meaningful life. Real happiness comes from love, purpose, and connection.
Thank you.
❓ Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ What would you do if you suddenly got 1 Crore rupees?
2️⃣ Have you ever bought something that made you truly happy?
3️⃣ Do rich people always seem happy to you? Why or why not?
4️⃣ What makes you feel truly happy in your everyday life?
5️⃣ Do you think poor people can also be happy? Why?
6️⃣ Can helping others with money make you feel better?
7️⃣ Is it better to be rich or to be content with what you have?
8️⃣ What would you choose: more money or more time with loved ones?
9️⃣ What are some things money can never buy?
🔟 Do you think people today care too much about money?
🔄 Additional Follow-up Questions:
1️⃣ Does having too much money cause problems sometimes?
2️⃣ What advice would you give to someone chasing money all the time?
3️⃣ What does your family teach you about money and happiness?
4️⃣ Do you know someone who is rich but not happy?
5️⃣ Can money help reduce stress? In what ways?
6️⃣ How does social media influence our thoughts about money and happiness?
7️⃣ Can donating money make people happier?
8️⃣ What do spiritual or religious people say about money and joy?
9️⃣ Is it okay to dream of becoming rich? Why or why not?
🔟 Would you rather have a high-paying job you dislike or a low-paying job you love?
SAMPLE 1/1
Today, I’m going to talk about a topic that almost everyone thinks about at some point in life — Can money really buy happiness? It’s a simple question, but the answer is not so simple. We live in a world where money plays a big role in everything — from the food we eat to the clothes we wear, from the schools we go to, to the houses we live in. So, does that mean money brings happiness? Let’s explore that.
First of all, let me be honest — money is important. No one can deny that. We need money to meet our basic needs. If you don’t have money, it’s hard to live a peaceful life. You may struggle to pay for food, rent, electricity, school fees, medical treatment — and this can cause stress and sadness. So yes, money can help us stay comfortable and solve many problems.
For example, imagine a student from a poor family who cannot afford school books or proper internet for online classes. With money, they can get better resources, join good coaching, and improve their future. In that sense, money opens up opportunities and gives people a chance to grow and succeed. It removes barriers.
Now let’s think of another example. A person with good income can take their family for a trip, buy gifts for loved ones, eat at nice places, and enjoy good healthcare. All these things can make people happy, at least for some time.
But here’s where it gets interesting — even though money gives comfort, it does not guarantee lasting happiness. Many people who earn a lot still feel empty or lonely inside. They may have luxury cars, big houses, expensive clothes, and the latest phones — but if they don’t have love, peace, or health, they’re not really happy.
Happiness is an emotion, and it’s deeply connected to our relationships, health, peace of mind, and how we feel about ourselves. Money can give you a soft bed, but not peaceful sleep. It can buy medicine, but not health. It can get you followers on social media, but not true friends. It can buy gifts, but not real love.
Let me share a small story. There was a businessman who worked day and night to grow his company. He made a lot of money, bought a bungalow, drove a BMW, and travelled abroad often. But he rarely saw his family. His kids missed him. His wife felt lonely. And he was always stressed. One day, he fell sick and had to rest for a few weeks. That’s when he realised — all the success and money meant nothing without time, health, and emotional connection.
That story shows us one thing: happiness comes from balance. Money is a tool, not the goal. It is useful, but not everything. If we spend all our time chasing money and forget to live, we lose the real meaning of life.
Let’s also think about people who are not very rich but live joyful lives. I’ve seen farmers who work hard, earn just enough to survive, but they smile easily. They enjoy their morning tea, talk to their neighbours, laugh with their children, and sleep peacefully at night. They may not have much, but they’re content. Their happiness comes from gratitude, simplicity, and human connection — not from wealth.
Another important point is this — money can sometimes create problems too. Too much money can lead to pride, greed, and competition. People may start comparing themselves with others, showing off, or even cheating to earn more. Friendships may break, families may fight over property, and people may forget values and kindness. In such cases, money becomes a reason for unhappiness.
We should also be careful about how we define happiness. Is it the number of things we own? Or is it the quality of moments we live? A lot of people confuse pleasure with happiness. Buying a new phone may give you joy for a few days. But deep happiness comes from helping others, spending time with loved ones, doing what you love, and feeling proud of who you are.
Let me tell you something very real — one of the happiest moments in my life was not when I got a gift or bought something expensive. It was when I helped someone without expecting anything in return. That inner satisfaction stayed with me longer than any gift or gadget ever did.
Another source of real happiness is purpose — having a reason to wake up every day. If you enjoy your work, if you love learning, if you care about people around you — you will find happiness even in small things. And for that, you don’t need a lot of money. You just need the right attitude.
So, can money buy happiness? My answer is: Money can buy comfort, safety, and temporary joy — but not deep, long-term happiness. For that, we need love, connection, purpose, and peace. We need time with our families, laughter with friends, good health, and meaningful work. These things are priceless.
In conclusion, we should respect money, work hard to earn it honestly, and use it wisely. But we must not forget what really matters — kindness, health, relationships, peace of mind, and gratitude. These are the true sources of happiness. If we have both — enough money to live and a heart full of joy — we are truly rich.
Thank you so much for listening. ”