Wealth without well-being is worthless.

Legendary Paul Graham recently highlighted this from the 2023 World Happiness Report.

Happiness = the number of digits of wealth 🤑

Legendary Paul Graham recently highlighted this from the 2023 World Happiness Report.

As always, the devil lies in the details.

Happiness indeed increases with wealth - but only to a point.

After reaching a comfortable income, extra money adds minimal happiness.

Finland and Denmark are happier than far wealthier countries.

Surprisingly, nations like the US and Hong Kong rank lower in happiness despite their wealth.

Why?

Because happiness isn’t measured solely by GDP.

Community strength, healthcare, trust, and balanced lifestyles matter far more.

Real happiness comes from having enough, not endlessly chasing more.

The key lesson is this: focus on living better, not just richer.

Wealth without well-being is worthless.

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