Davidzhu

The cost of living is actually quite low. What causes us suffering is not survival itself, but our endless desires. In reality, our basic needs are simple, but our delusions turn survival into a burden. Ordinary people can live with minimal costs and still enjoy a life of ease and freedom. Unfortunately, most people are unaware that they are trading their lives for things they don't really need. To be able to live a life with basic needs met is a blessing. To have a sense of peace and quiet on top of that is a rare gift. And to have some degree of freedom is truly a rare treasure. Wealth, fame, marrying into a rich family, or getting a promotion and a raise are not necessarily true happiness. Often, they come at the cost of our freedom, health, and inner peace. Therefore, it's unnecessary to spend our entire lives chasing after desires that aren't truly ours. Embracing simplicity and living a genuine life is more in line with the natural order of things. The simplest path is often the best.