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#657 - Erik Angner - An Economist’s Guide To A Happy Life

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The Complexity of Happiness and Inequality

This chapter examines the nuanced relationship between inequality and happiness, highlighting how certain inequalities can foster personal fulfillment while also addressing the negative impacts of income disparity. It explores the multifaceted influences on happiness, including materialism, societal pressures, and health, while considering factors like race and familial relationships. Through various discussions, it reveals the importance of understanding happiness as a complex interplay of different societal and personal elements.

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