552: Will Storr | Understanding Social Position and the Status Game
The Jordan Harbinger Show
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The Status Game: Wealth and Well-Being
This chapter explores the intricate relationship between social status and wealth, particularly within the legal profession. It highlights how the relentless pursuit of status leads to dissatisfaction among successful individuals, such as young lawyers, ultimately questioning the notion that money equates to happiness. Additionally, it delves into the evolutionary basis for status-seeking behavior and the cultural nuances surrounding self-promotion and societal reaction to perceived status violations.
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