Contrary to what we might expect, the study found that the link between economic growth, as measured by GDP per capita, and life satisfaction weakened as countries became more affluent. In other words, once a certain economic threshold is reached, additional wealth does not significantly boost happiness.
In line with the $100k per year (outside the big cities) income requirement below which money does indeed make you happier
We chase what's sexy and miss what matters
- Excitement starts something. Execution completes it.
- Speed makes a good story. Velocity makes a difference.
- Complexity makes you sound smart. Focusing on the basics shows you are.
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The longest running study on happiness:
Harvard's 84 year old Study of Adult Development.
Here are 7 lessons from the study to help you live a happier life: