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Chanakya Pandit and the Secret to Happiness

Chanakya Pandit was a wise sage with many followers.

Wise sage with a turban and long white beard reading a book under a tree

One day, a young boy asked Chanakya Pandit, 'What is the secret to true happiness?'

A boy looking curious and Wise sage with a turban and long white beard smiling

Chanakya Pandit replied, 'Always be satisfied with three things in life: your wife, the food you eat, and the money you earn.'

Wise sage with a turban and long white beard pointing to three important things

The boy was puzzled. He asked, 'Why should I be satisfied with just those three things? Are they really that important?'

A boy looking confused and Wise sage with a turban and long white beard patiently explaining

Chanakya Pandit explained, 'Your wife brings love and support, food nourishes your body, and money provides stability. When you appreciate and are satisfied with these things, you will find true happiness.'

Wise sage with a turban and long white beard gesturing and explaining

The young boy understood and decided to follow Chanakya Pandit's advice.

A boy nodding and Wise sage with a turban and long white beard looking proud

He started appreciating his loving wife, enjoying his delicious food, and being grateful for his hard-earned money.

Boy hugging his wife, boy eating a tasty meal, and boy holding money

As time passed, the boy found true happiness in these simple things.

Boy smiling and surrounded by happiness

He realized that it was not wealth or material possessions that brought lasting joy, but the love, nourishment, and stability in his life.

Boy surrounded by love, food, and money

From then on, the boy shared Chanakya Pandit's wisdom with others, helping them find true happiness too.

Boy spreading wisdom and happiness to others

Reflection Questions

  • Why did the young boy ask Chanakya Pandit about the secret to happiness?
  • What were the three things Chanakya Pandit mentioned for true happiness?
  • What did the young boy learn from following Chanakya Pandit's advice?

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