I don't think it does. I think one needs material things to some extent to be happy.
If for example, a person is homeless without decent clothes, food, or something to do, I don't see it being remotely possible that they're happy.
Even if one does have a roof over their head, if they're living in poverty and unable to do things they're passionate about; what would the point of living even be?
So no, happiness doesn't come from within because humans need external things to survive and thrive.
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