The first illusion is that people are happy.
You see, your happiness is not dependent on other people, but on your own inner peace. Other people can only add to your happiness, they cannot create it. If you are not at peace with yourself, then no matter how many people are around you, you will never feel truly happy.
The second illusion is that possessions will make you happy.
You see, possessions can only give you a temporary sense of happiness. The moment you acquire them, the novelty wears off and you are left wanting more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The third illusion is that success will make you happy.
You see, success is only temporary. The moment you attain it, you will set your sights on new goals and the cycle will begin anew. It is only when you are content with who you are that you can find true happiness.
The fourth illusion is that power will make you happy.
You see, power is only an illusion. The moment you have it, you will want more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The fifth illusion is that love will make you happy.
You see, love is only an illusion. The moment you have it, you will want more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The sixth illusion is that pleasure will make you happy.
You see, pleasure is only temporary. The moment you experience it, it will fade and you will be left wanting more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The seventh illusion is that knowledge will make you happy.
You see, knowledge is only an illusion. The moment you have it, you will want more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The eighth illusion is that fame will make you happy.
You see, fame is only an illusion. The moment you have it, you will want more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The ninth illusion is that fortune will make you happy.
You see, fortune is only an illusion. The moment you have it, you will want more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
The tenth illusion is that time will make you happy.
You see, time is only an illusion. The moment you have it, it will fade and you will be left wanting more. It is only when you are content with what you have that you can find true happiness.
