The Hellenistic philosopher Epicurus on great deal on happiness

The Hellenistic philosopher Epicurus focused a great deal on happiness- Epicurus argued we achieve happiness through three things: Friends, not necessarily numerous friends, but close friends Freedom, including freedom from financial worries Living an analyzed life Epicurus said that what keeps us from happiness is the materialism pushed on us by advertising, the constant desire for more that can never be achieved- Do you think Epicurus was right? Should we, over 2,000 years after Epicurus lived, add anything to his list? Explain your reasons in 100-150 words