In a world obsessed with wealth, ostentatious luxury, and material possessions, the pursuit of happiness seems to be tied to money. However, new research from the University of Otago in New Zealand offers a radically different view: true happiness is found by resisting consumerism and embracing a simpler life.   The study, published in the Journal of Macromarketing , analyzed data from more than 1,000 people to understand the relationship between consumption and well-being. Its findings are clear and compelling: people who adopt sustainable lifestyles and resist the temptation to accumulate material goods are happier and more satisfied with their lives.   Voluntary simplicity: the passport…