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#873 - Lionel Page - The Invisible Psychology Of Happiness & Meaning

Modern Wisdom

CHAPTER

The Paradox of Happiness and Wealth

This chapter explores how perceptions of happiness and success are often linked to income, revealing that individuals constantly adjust their financial aspirations. It highlights the dissatisfaction experienced by wealthy individuals, as they compare themselves to others, and emphasizes that true happiness stems from personal growth rather than wealth. The discussion connects cognitive processes and happiness, illustrating how our expectations and environmental factors shape our subjective experiences of value and satisfaction.

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