Another theme is love and wisdom. The dream of the simple, pure and unencumbered life has been a goal of wise and spiritual men for eons. Based on those who have taken the plunge by denouncing wealth and possessions, living the simplistic life—one free of the burdens of power and affluence—has been advocated as the most worthwhile existence possible. The sacrifice of many unnecessary things paves the way for the three elements that must exist to live the satisfying yet simple life: freedom, happiness and genuine values.