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#97: Is the Biggest Fish in the Pond Happy? (feat. W. David Marx)

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The Pursuit of Status and its Limits

This chapter delves into the pursuit of status and its limitations. It explores the idea that no matter how much status one has, they always want more, and how relative wealth is a strong indicator of happiness. The chapter also discusses the formation of alternative status groups or subcultures and their benefits and limitations in relation to the larger societal hierarchy.

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