“Money can’t buy happiness” is a phrase often met by two harsh opposing opinions. Some believe it to be an irrefutable fact that preaches against the ills of consumerism while others consider it a naive take only promoted by people with immense amounts of privilege. Ladue students offered their takes on this contentious proverb March 3.
“You can definitely buy stuff that makes you happy. Happiness as a feeling isn’t really something you can pay for though.”
– Miles Grossman (10)
“ It depends on the person, but for me I think money could definitely help with happiness. [However], I don’t think it’ll help in the long term when it comes to life satisfaction.”
– Margaret Leung (11)
![English teacher Cheryl Ogolin stands in front of her kickboxing class as she leads a workout. Ogolin has been kickboxing for over 12 years. “[The class] is about me, the instructor, looking out and seeing what my participants are doing,” Ogolin said. “I give them real, live feedback, but also coach them through the move.” (Photo by Lathan Levy)](https://laduepublications.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Screenshot-2024-12-02-at-11.02.28 AM-1200x800.png)
![Silas Baltzell (10) plays the tuba, jazz guitar, electric guitar and drums in the band room. In addition, Baltzell has also been producing his own music for a year. Being immersed in music doubles as a form of therapy for Baltzell. “If I’m ever not having a good week, I can always listen to music [and] know that I’m not alone with whatever I’m going through,” Baltzell said. “Finding music that helps you feel identified and validated for what you’re going through really helps.”](https://laduepublications.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Silas-10-e1733159803595-800x1200.jpg)
