English Folktale. The story teaches that true happiness comes not from riches or power but from a simple, contented life filled with love, friendship, and honest work. The Miller of The Dee

Japanese Folktale. The story teaches that happiness comes from accepting and appreciating who we are, rather than constantly wishing to be someone else. True contentment comes from valuing our own lives and making the best of what we already have. The Stone Cutter.

African Folktale. The story demonstrates that contentment comes from accepting oneself and finding purpose in serving others. The Baobab Tree.

Greek Myth. King Midas learns that the most valuable treasures in life are often things that can’t be bought with gold. The Golden Touch.

Aesop Fable. The story reminds us that greed can make us overlook the good things in front of us, leading to unnecessary loss and disappointment. The Dog and His Bone.

German Fairy Tale. The tale suggests that true happiness comes from appreciating what we already have, rather than endlessly seeking greater wealth and power, which can lead to dissatisfaction and, ultimately, ruin. The Fisherman and His Wife.