Carter (2011, p. 221) states that even if these individuals accept their situation as fair, this does not mean that they are satisfied with this standard. Although money cannot buy happiness, the “status and security” (Hout, 2016, p. 219) that comes with being in above-average social classes is linked to more happiness. Ehrenreich (2010) notes that class inequality would cease to exist if individuals could simply change their attitudes to change their circumstances. But as noted above, this expectation is unrealistic and fails to recognize the complexity of class inequality and its effects on these individuals. Social class has a significant effect on the happiness of lower-class individuals because it is a major determining factor in their opportunities. to increase happiness and should be given more consideration when happiness is examined closely. In conclusion, social class has a significant effect on an individual's happiness and is a more important factor in happiness than attitude and money. Whether an individual has a positive or negative attitude is not a major contributor to their happiness and a realistic attitude would be ideal for those trying to increase their