This chapter explores a study that reveals people's preference for choosing a lower-paying job if it means their coworkers make even less. It discusses the implications of this desire for others to be worse off and touches on the concept of appearing successful through material possessions.
The Minimalists speak with Rey Flemings, “concierge to the 1%,” about the problem with luxury goods, finding happiness in what we already have, and why people care too much about the size of their homes. Watch all 2 hours of episode 419 on The Minimalists Private Podcast.
Discussed in this episode:
How do I find happiness in what I already have? (02:20)
Why do we obsess over the square footage of our homes? (30:08)
Can luxury goods and high fashion be a form of artistic expression? (43:13)
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