THE WEALTH-HAPPINESS PARADOX: Mastering the Art of Aligning Desires and Wealth for a Fulfilling Life. Embrace the Wisdom of Epicurus and Modern ... 2 of the “Skills of Happiness” series)

"The Wealth-Happiness Paradox" explores the correlation between income and happiness, revealing paradoxical findings that suggest happiness increases in proportion to income until the basic necessities of life are met. However, beyond that point, an increase in income does not necessarily lead to a corresponding increase in happiness. The book also investigates why we continue to desire more money despite being unable to buy happiness. The possible reasons for this include false evaluations of expected costs and benefits, misguided beliefs about materialism, and a consumerist identity. Finally, the book offers practical advice on how to improve the relationship between money and happiness. These recommendations include making rational choices, keeping up-to-date with what is essential in pursuing happiness, reassessing our life philosophy, prioritizing experiences over material possessions, valuing time, and embracing selfless spending.

This book is part of the "Skills of Happiness" series, which contains the most exciting content from my lifelong book "EPICURUS AND THE PLEASANT LIFE."