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The secret to satisfaction is not to increase our haves—that will never work (or at least, it will never last). That is the treadmill formula, not the satisfaction formula. The secret is to manage our wants. By managing what we want instead of what we have, we give ourselves a chance to lead more satisfied lives.
Arthur Brooks
theatlantic.com
Without even thinking about it, we in the creative class consolidate our class standing through an ingenious code of “openness.” We tend to like open floor plans, casual dress, and eclectic “localist” tastes that are willfully unpretentious. This seems radically egalitarian, because there are no formal hierarchies of taste or social position. But only the most culturally privileged person knows how to navigate a space in which the social rules are mysterious and hidden.
David Brooks Reconsiders ‘Bobos in Paradise’ - The Atlantic
theatlantic.com
They help us make wiser choices, so we can do things that tend to work better. They’re like an inner compass that can guide us, help us find our way, and give us a sense of purpose. They provide motivation, giving us the strength to do what really matters. When life is dull and gray, they add some color. When you act on them, they give you a sense of fulfillment—a sense of being true to yourself, living life your way, behaving like the sort of person you really want to be.
The Happiness Trap
Russ Harris
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