In a way, it is true that people can gain some sort of happiness by having all the things they desire. However, Matthieu Ricard reminds us of how quick that type of happiness expires. So, long-lasting happiness cannot be achieved by attaining all our desire based on outer circumstances or other people. Its interesting that Ricard says, “desire based on outer circumstances” and not just desires. This could imply that there are some desires that are not based on outer circumstances. It could also imply that one can achieve happiness by attaining all of these desires which are not based on…