This seems to be a very clear example of the contrasting effects of entitlement versus gratitude. Experience and research show that looking at examples of peop

This seems to be a very clear example of the contrasting effects of entitlement versus gratitude. Experience and research show that looking at examples of people with "more" (for some definition of "more") and comparing your own lifestyle to that of those people, is a recipe for resentment, envy, and frustration. These emotions tend to work against a person experiencing happiness and inner peace. On the other hand, looking at what's good in your own life situation - regardless of how it compares to anyone else - and deliberately seeking out opportunities to feel gratitude for those things, this tends to increase subjective well-being. This habit is simple, but not easy. The challenge is greater with so much media attention on those people who have more than others (Hollywood red carpet, MTV Cribs, Forbes 400, etc). The key to happiness and inner peace is to tune out the noise and focus on specific opportunities to feel grateful within your own life situation.