Powerful Words From Cameron Diaz About Money, Fame, & Happiness

“To succeed in your professional life isn’t that hard, but to succeed in your personal life is a lot harder. To really be a human is a lot harder. We forget about that.” – Yann Arthus-Bertand, director of the film Human, from which the clip below was taken from.

Celebrities using their voice to inspire people and create awareness about important issues seems to be an emerging trend in popular culture. This is very encouraging and something we need more of, especially given the fact that, unfortunately, some of them are made to be worshipped like gods. Many people want to be like them and look like them, and will buy any product a celebrity claims to use to further this goal. Celebrities are often used as corporate billboards as well, literally functioning as powerful tools for various corporations and being treated accordingly. They are huge money makers who develop, in some cases, a cult-like following.

Below is an example, from actress Cameron Diaz. In the video, she explains why fame or money will not bring you happiness.You might be thinking, “Yeah, I already know this,” but some people don’t,

Real happiness is an inside job, don’t you think?